With My Little Eye

Name: With My Little Eye
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781760878467
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The incredible true story of a family of spies in the suburbs

By Sandra Hogan

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With My Little Eye by Sandra Hogan is a captivating true story of espionage and intrigue. It unfolds the fascinating experiences of the author's family, who lived under the shadow of secrecy as her father served as an undercover ASIO agent in Australia. The memoir provides a unique glimpse into the world of intelligence operations and the impact on family life.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by real-life stories that delve into family dynamics shaped by a unique upbringing. It's a captivating memoir that explores life in a family surrounded by secrecy and surveillance, offering insights into an unconventional childhood experience.

With My Little Eye

The very funny true story of three children recruited by their parents to work for ASIO in the 1950s.

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'Hilarious, moving and brilliantly told' - Susan Johnson

'It reads like the very best of spy thrillers.' - Matthew Condon

'An intimate and compelling look at an ordinary family who happen to be ASIO agents.' - Kristina Olsson

Growing up in the 1950s, the three Doherty children were trained by their parents to memorise car number plates, to spot unusual behaviour on the street and, most important of all, to avoid drawing attention to themselves.

The children became unwitting foot soldiers in Australia's battle against Soviet infiltration in the Cold War. They attended political rallies, stood watch on houses owned by communist sympathisers, and insinuated themselves into the UFO Society. In 1956 the Doherty family went on a beach holiday with Vladimir and Evdokia Petrov, the famous Soviet defectors, who were hiding from Soviet assassins.

Dudley and Joan Doherty swore their children to secrecy, and for decades, they didn't even discuss among themselves the work they did for ASIO.

With My Little Eye is a poignant and very funny account of a peculiar childhood in 1950s suburban Australia.

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With My Little Eye by Sandra Hogan offers a captivating insight into a unique family story, revealing the realities of growing up in a household deeply embedded in the espionage world. Reviews highlight its blend of humour, warmth, and intrigue, with readers praising the narrative for its engaging and heartfelt recounting of a life filled with secrets and exceptional adventures.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781760878467

Publisher: Allen & Unwin

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 February 2021

Country: Australia

Imprint: Allen & Unwin

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 342g

Pages: 240

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About the Author

Sandra Hogan is a journalist, writer, reviewer and business-writing teacher.