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A Wife On Gorge River
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Explore the inspiring journey of Catherine Stewart in 'A Wife On Gorge River,' a compelling follow-up to Robert Long's bestseller, 'A Life on Gorge River.' This captivating trade paperback, published by RANDOM HOUSE NZ in 2012, invites readers into the remote and picturesque landscape of New Zealand's West Coast, where Catherine shares her firsthand experiences as she embraces a life two days' hike from the nearest road. Discover the challenges and triumphs of raising a family in splendid isolation, homeschooling children, and the emotional resilience developed through their remarkable lifestyle. With 336 pages filled with dry humor and fascinating insights, this book will resonate with anyone interested in adventurous living, parenting in unique circumstances, and the beauty of nature. It's a must-read for fans of memoirs and those who seek inspiration from real-life stories of determination. Whether you're preparing for your next adventure or simply looking to escape into a well-written narrative, 'A Wife On Gorge River' promises to deliver a unique perspective on family, love, and the wild realities of life off the beaten path.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781869799236
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2012
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE NZ
Pages: 336
Description:
"Life with New Zealand's remotest family in a follow-on from the bestselling A Life on Gorge River by Robert Long. /b> n 2010, New Zealand met its remotest family, through the writing of Robert Long aka Beansprout and we were intrigued. Now Beansprout's wife, Catherine Stewart, tells her story, and answers many of our questions. Why did she decide to join him on the wild West Coast, two days' walk from the nearest road? Why and how did they raise their family there? Was it terrifying to be so far from medical help? How did she home-school the children? How have they all fared now the kids are young adults, forging their own way in the world? And what lessons are there for the rest of us from her experiences raising her family in such splendid isolation? In this entertaining bestseller, and with dry humour and fascinating insights, Catherine paints a vivid picture of her life at Gorge River and beyond."
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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781869799236
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2012
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE NZ
Pages: 336
Description:
"Life with New Zealand's remotest family in a follow-on from the bestselling A Life on Gorge River by Robert Long. /b> n 2010, New Zealand met its remotest family, through the writing of Robert Long aka Beansprout and we were intrigued. Now Beansprout's wife, Catherine Stewart, tells her story, and answers many of our questions. Why did she decide to join him on the wild West Coast, two days' walk from the nearest road? Why and how did they raise their family there? Was it terrifying to be so far from medical help? How did she home-school the children? How have they all fared now the kids are young adults, forging their own way in the world? And what lessons are there for the rest of us from her experiences raising her family in such splendid isolation? In this entertaining bestseller, and with dry humour and fascinating insights, Catherine paints a vivid picture of her life at Gorge River and beyond."
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