Hideous Kinky

Name: Hideous Kinky
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780140174120
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By Esther Freud

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Summary

Hideous Kinky by Esther Freud is a vivid, coming-of-age novel that encapsulates a young girl's adventures in 1960s Morocco. As her free-spirited mother seeks enlightenment, the girl navigates an unconventional childhood, encountering various cultures and experiences that shape her understanding of the world. The story beautifully contrasts the innocence of childhood with the complexities of adult aspirations.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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This book may appeal to you if you're fascinated by stories of cultural exploration and enjoy a narrative that vividly captures the experience of a young girl caught between two worlds. Set against the vibrant backdrop of 1960s Morocco, it offers a unique perspective on childhood freedom, innocence, and the search for identity, seen through the eyes of a child with a whimsical and open-hearted view of the world.

Two little girls are taken by their mother to Morocco on a 1960s pilgrimage of self-discovery. For Mum, it is not just an escape from the grinding conventions of English life but a quest for personal fulfilment; her children, however, seek something more solid and stable amidst the shifting desert sands.

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Hideous Kinky tells the story of two little girls taken by their mother to Morocco on a 1960s pilgrimage of self-discovery. For Mum, it is not just an escape from the grinding conventions of English life but a quest for personal fulfilment. Her children, however, seek something more solid and stable amidst the shifting desert sands.

'Just open the book and begin, and instantly you will be first of all charmed, then intrigued and finally moved by this fascinating story.' — Spectator

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Esther Freud's Hideous Kinky is lauded as a whimsical and evocative narrative, capturing the essence of childhood through a lens of heartfelt experiences. The novel is praised for its ability to be funny and appealing, with a delightful lightness and charm that captivates readers. Critics highlight Freud's skill in portraying adult complexities from a child's perspective, rendering the tale both genuine and endearing.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780140174120

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 February 1993

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 12.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 152g

Pages: 208

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About the Author

Esther Freud was born in 1963 and lives in London. Her previous novels are Hideous Kinky, which was made into a film starring Kate Winslet, Peerless Flats, Gaglow and The Wild.

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