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The Idea of Home

Autobiographical Essays
By John Hughes
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The Idea of Home by John Hughes explores the concept of 'home' through an intricate blend of personal narrative and cultural commentary. The author delves into how memories, experiences, and cultural heritage shape our understanding of belonging and identity, offering insights that are both intimate and universally relatable within the realm of education and reference.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in exploring the complex and nuanced concept of home, especially from an educational or reflective perspective. It offers a deep dive into what home means on a personal and cultural level, making it a fascinating read for those who appreciate thoughtful and introspective studies.

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The Idea of Home is a collection of five autobiographical essays, in which John Hughes reflects on growing up in the Hunter Valley coal-mining town of Cessnock, in a household ruled by memories of the Ukraine, from which his mother's family fled during the Second World War.

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A collection of autobiographical essays in which John Huges reflects on growing up in Cessnock, in a household rules by memories of the Ukgraine, which his mother and grandparents had to flee during the Second World War.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781920882044

Publisher: Giramondo Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 August 2004

Country: Australia

Imprint: Giramondo Publishing Co

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Weight: 250g

Pages: 212

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