Grenville, Kate

Restless Dolly Maunder

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ISBN 13:
9781805302483
author:
Grenville, Kate
format:
Hardback
publisher:
Canongate Books
language:
English
Publication Year:
2023
Pages:
256
Dimensions:
21.8 x 13.5 x 3.1 centimetres (0
Genre:
Fiction & Literature, Women, Fiction & Literature,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£14.57

Description

Dolly Maunder's story is one of quiet determination in the face of societal constraints. Born at the end of the nineteenth century, she grew up in rural New South Wales, where her family struggled to make ends meet. Despite this, Dolly was driven to search for love and independence, refusing to be deterred by the limitations placed upon her. As she navigated a world that sought to restrict her choices, Dolly persevered, forging a path that allowed her to build a life of her own. This is a powerful tale of one woman's struggle for autonomy and self-determination, set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing society. Kate Grenville's fictionalised account of her grandmother's life offers a fascinating glimpse into the experiences of women in rural Australia during this period.

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