Stirling, Rebecca
The Shell and the Octopus: A Memoir
- ISBN 13:
- 9781647423230
- author:
- Stirling, Rebecca
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- She Writes Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 296
- Dimensions:
- 21.1 x 13.7 x 2 centimetres (0.3
- Genre:
- Biography, Personal Memoirs, Biography,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Shell and the Octopus A Memoir by Rebecca Stirling is a poignant and introspective account of her unconventional childhood. Raised by the sea and surrounded by men, Rebecca's early life was marked by adventure and freedom. As she navigated the world on her family's sailboat, she formed close bonds with the women they met in ports and learned to live like the men around her. However, as Rebecca pursued her own dreams of education, career, and a settled life, she began to realize that life was not what she had expected. The loss of her father in a tragic accident forced her to confront the complexities of her upbringing and the legacy he left behind. This powerful memoir is a thoughtful exploration of identity, family, and the search for meaning. Through her story, Rebecca Stirling offers a unique and deeply personal perspective on the challenges of growing up and finding one's place in the world.
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