Unfettered and Alive: A memoir by Anne Summers (English) Paperback Book

Description: Unfettered and Alive by Anne Summers The inspiring autobiography of one of Australias most influential women, from journalist to policy maker to change agent at large. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description I was born into a world that expected very little of women like me. We were meant to tread lightly on the earth, influencing events through our husbands and children, if at all. We were meant to fade into invisibility as we aged. I defied all of these expectations and so have millions of women like me.This is the compelling story of Anne Summers extraordinary life. Her story has her travelling around the world as she moves from job to job, in newspapers and magazines, advising prime ministers, leading feminist debates, writing memorable and influential books. Anne has not been afraid to walk away from success and to satisfy her constant restlessness by charging down new and risky paths. Whatever position she has held, she has expanded whats possible and helped us see things differently-often at high personal cost.Anne shares revealing stories about the famous and powerful people she has worked with or reported on and is refreshingly frank about her own anxieties and mistakes. She shares a heart-breaking story of family violence and tells of her ultimate reconciliation with the father who had rejected her. Unfettered and Alive is a provocative and inspiring memoir from someone who broke through so many boundaries to show what women can do. Its the story of a lot of things - Australian politics, feminism, journalism, international intrigue - but most of all its the story of an utterly singular woman, who always says "Yes" to life even when it scares her. Her memory for the events, and her frankness about the fear, make this an extraordinary memoir. - Annabel Crabb Exhilarating and what storytelling! - Quentin Bryce The compelling memoir of a magnificent woman. - David Marr Author Biography Anne Summers has been prominent in Australian media, politics and feminist activism for the past four decades. She has advised governments, been an award-winning journalist, edited magazines - in Australia and in New York - led the international environmental organisation Greenpeace and even had her image on a postage stamp. She is the author of eight books, including the classic Damned Whores and Gods Police, Ducks on the Pond, The Lost Mother and The Misogyny Factor. Table of Contents Introduction1. Whats the Story, Morning Glory? 2. Home of the Brave3. The Press Gallery4. Foreign Correspondence 5. Mandarins versus Missionaries 6. The Times Will Suit Me7. Real Feminists with Real Money 8. Media Mogulettes in New York City9. Paul Keating and the Laminar Flow 10. The Getting of Anger11. Peace and War12. Unfettered and AliveIndex Review [an] uplifting account of an extraordinary life - Sydney Morning Herald a compelling look at a life that has had soaring heights and crushing lows - CrikeyThe Australian womens movement has been blessed by Anne Summers presence, her energy and her political insight and we all benefit from her ability to write the story of her times so well. - Marian Sawer, BroadAgenda Long Description " The inspiring autobiography of one of Australias most influential women, from journalist to policy maker to change agent at large. I was born into a world that expected very little of women like me. We were meant to tread lightly on the earth, influencing events through our husbands and children, if at all. We were meant to fade into invisibility as we aged. I defied all of these expectations and so have millions of women like me. This is the compelling story of Anne Summers extraordinary life. Her story has her travelling around the world as she moves from job to job, in newspapers and magazines, advising prime ministers, leading feminist debates, writing memorable and influential books. Anne has not been afraid to walk away from success and to satisfy her constant restlessness by charging down new and risky paths. Whatever position she has held, she has expanded whats possible and helped us see things differently-often at high personal cost. Anne shares revealing stories about the famous and powerful people she has worked with or reported on and is refreshingly frank about her own anxieties and mistakes. She shares a heart-breaking story of family violence and tells of her ultimate reconciliation with the father who had rejected her. Unfettered and Alive is a provocative and inspiring memoir from someone who broke through so many boundaries to show what women can do. Its the story of a lot of things - Australian politics, feminism, journalism, international intrigue - but most of all its the story of an utterly singular woman, who always says ""Yes"" to life even when it scares her. Her memory for the events, and her frankness about the fear, make this an extraordinary memoir. - Annabel Crabb Exhilarating and what storytelling! - Quentin Bryce The compelling memoir of a magnificent woman. - David Marr " Review Text [an] uplifting account of an extraordinary life - Sydney Morning Herald a compelling look at a life that has had soaring heights and crushing lows - Crikey The Australian womens movement has been blessed by Anne Summers presence, her energy and her political insight and we all benefit from her ability to write the story of her times so well. - Marian Sawer, BroadAgenda Review Quote "Its the story of a lot of things--Australian politics, feminism, journalism, international intrigue←but most of all its the story of an utterly singular woman, who always says "Yes" to life even when it scares her. Her memory for the events, and her frankness about the fear, make this an extraordinary memoir." --Annabel Crabb Details ISBN1743318413 Author Anne Summers Publisher Allen & Unwin Year 2018 ISBN-10 1743318413 ISBN-13 9781743318416 Publication Date 2018-10-24 Imprint Allen & Unwin Country of Publication Australia DEWEY 305.42092 Pages 496 Format Paperback Place of Publication St Leonards Subtitle A memoir Short Title Unfettered and Alive Language English UK Release Date 2018-10-24 AU Release Date 2018-10-24 Audience General NZ Release Date 2018-10-23 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:136604324;

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