|
|
Current Category: Main > Books > Biography
|
| Featured Classifieds in Biography [ browse by text ] [ browse by pic ] |
 |
Liborio: My Great Love
|
Liborio: My Great Love is a compelling true story. A powerful heart-rending Australian tragedy, a human disaster that should never have happened. It portrays the devastating impact of corporate greed and criminal conduct upon a humble migrant and his family. Set against the 1950s backdrop of Wittenoom, the story brings to light the conspiracy and hidden truth behind it all, while capturing first hand the essence of the battle against the terrible scourge of asbestos. The story reveals how love for his sweetheart led Liborio to Wittenoom: the place where he was betrayed and where he unwittingly sacrificed his life. It describes Liborio’s tenacious legal battle for justice when he discovered he was dying. It paints a vivid portrait of amazing human love at its strongest, courage and acceptance in the face of loss, grief and despair as Liborio lays bare his soul-wrenching emotional journey and confronting his own mortality. This story is testimony to the resilience and inner fortitude of the human spirit. |
BASSENDEAN |
$ 22.95 AUD |
storefront |
 |
With Duty Nobly Done
|
Whilst this book was written to honour the war time experiences of Ray and Harold Gaby, it does much more than that. Through the eyes of these two country larrikins, Enid Russell has skilfully painted a broader canvas of Aussies fighting in North Africa, prisoner of war camps, and life in war time Kalgoorlie. 'With Duty Nobly Done' is the very human story of two Kalgoorlie brothers, nephews of a WWI Victoria Cross winner, who went to the Second World War with the 2/28th Battalion. Told via letters and interviews, Harold and Ray Gaby's war experiences at Tobruk and El Alamein and as prisoners of war in Italy, Germany and Poland, have been skillfully linked with explanatory background narrative by their niece, Enid Russell. The 2/28th Battalion had a proud record of service in North Africa and Ms Russell's book does justice to that record and her uncles' service for their country. |
BASSENDEAN |
$ 27.95 AUD |
storefront |
 |
Don't Lose It
|
Through real life stories, this book takes the reader on a path of difficulty and heartache, beginning with Herbert’s first 16 months of normal life, the events that led to his disability, the journey to diagnose his condition, and the big changes necessary to settle into a life adapted for a disabled child. Keeping a sense of humour and being patient were the cornerstones in his family’s life, particularly his mothers. Written from Traude’s experience of thirty-three years with Herbert, and featuring perspectives from family and friends, this is a truly inspiring guide. |
BASSENDEAN |
$ 22.95 AUD |
storefront |
 |
Pleased to Have Metcher
|
Having got his name in the Guinness Book of World Records as 'The Oldest Competing Aerobatic Pilot In The World', Ian Metcher has capped an extraordinary life. Born during the First World War, at 14 years of age he had left school and eventually joined the Airforce, training as a mechanical engineer. Following his motto "Get up and Go!" Ian's life has been one of challenges, adventure, humour, poetry, music, sport, romance and travel. Demonstrating that age is no barrier, Ian's life story will inspire and move you! |
BASSENDEAN |
$ 24.95 AUD |
storefront |
|
|
| |
Don't Lose It
|
Through real life stories, this book takes the reader on a path of difficulty and heartache, beginning with Herbert’s first 16 months of normal life, the events that led to his disability, the journey to diagnose his condition, and the big changes necessary to settle into a life adapted for a disabled child. Keeping a sense of humour and being patient were the cornerstones in his family’s life, particularly his mothers. Written from Traude’s experience of thirty-three years with Herbert, and featuring perspectives from family and friends, this is a truly inspiring guide. |
BASSENDEAN |
$ 22.95 AUD |
storefront |
| |
Liborio: My Great Love
|
Liborio: My Great Love is a compelling true story. A powerful heart-rending Australian tragedy, a human disaster that should never have happened. It portrays the devastating impact of corporate greed and criminal conduct upon a humble migrant and his family. Set against the 1950s backdrop of Wittenoom, the story brings to light the conspiracy and hidden truth behind it all, while capturing first hand the essence of the battle against the terrible scourge of asbestos. The story reveals how love for his sweetheart led Liborio to Wittenoom: the place where he was betrayed and where he unwittingly sacrificed his life. It describes Liborio’s tenacious legal battle for justice when he discovered he was dying. It paints a vivid portrait of amazing human love at its strongest, courage and acceptance in the face of loss, grief and despair as Liborio lays bare his soul-wrenching emotional journey and confronting his own mortality. This story is testimony to the resilience and inner fortitude of the human spirit. |
BASSENDEAN |
$ 22.95 AUD |
storefront |
| |
Pleased to Have Metcher
|
Having got his name in the Guinness Book of World Records as 'The Oldest Competing Aerobatic Pilot In The World', Ian Metcher has capped an extraordinary life. Born during the First World War, at 14 years of age he had left school and eventually joined the Airforce, training as a mechanical engineer. Following his motto "Get up and Go!" Ian's life has been one of challenges, adventure, humour, poetry, music, sport, romance and travel. Demonstrating that age is no barrier, Ian's life story will inspire and move you! |
BASSENDEAN |
$ 24.95 AUD |
storefront |
| |
With Duty Nobly Done
|
Whilst this book was written to honour the war time experiences of Ray and Harold Gaby, it does much more than that. Through the eyes of these two country larrikins, Enid Russell has skilfully painted a broader canvas of Aussies fighting in North Africa, prisoner of war camps, and life in war time Kalgoorlie. 'With Duty Nobly Done' is the very human story of two Kalgoorlie brothers, nephews of a WWI Victoria Cross winner, who went to the Second World War with the 2/28th Battalion. Told via letters and interviews, Harold and Ray Gaby's war experiences at Tobruk and El Alamein and as prisoners of war in Italy, Germany and Poland, have been skillfully linked with explanatory background narrative by their niece, Enid Russell. The 2/28th Battalion had a proud record of service in North Africa and Ms Russell's book does justice to that record and her uncles' service for their country. |
BASSENDEAN |
$ 27.95 AUD |
storefront |
|
Sorry! There are no "auctions" currently listed
in this category. Please check back soon!
|
|
