Ten Hail Marys: a memoir

Discover the inspiring memoir, Ten Hail Marys, a heartfelt narrative by Kate Howarth that explores resilience, courage, and the power of maternal love. Born in Sydney’s slums in 1966, Kate faced incredible adversity from a very young age, including abandonment and poverty. This memoir vividly chronicles her first seventeen years, showcasing her determination to overcome the challenges as she navigates a turbulent childhood marked by family struggles, abuse, and profound grief. With her strong voice and natural storytelling ability, Kate offers readers an intimate glimpse into her life at St Margaret's Home for unwed mothers, where, against all odds, she chose to keep her son. Ten Hail Marys captures the essence of hope and survival, making it a must-read for anyone interested in personal development, stories of motherhood, and the triumph of the human spirit. Perfect for those looking to delve into memoirs of resilience, Kate Howarth's account serves as a beacon of light for those facing their own struggles. A true story that celebrates the journey from anguish to self-discovery, this memoir is a testament to the enduring bond between mother and child. Don't miss out on this extraordinary tale that resonates on so many levels, illuminating the strength found in vulnerability and the quest for belonging. Order your copy of Ten Hail Marys today and experience the profound emotions that echo throughout this remarkable memoir.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780702237706
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2010
Publisher: University of Queensland Press
Pages: 320


Description:
An extraordinary story of hope and survival. In January 1966, Kate Howarth gave birth to a healthy baby boy at St Margaret's Home for unwed mothers in Sydney. In the months before the birth, and the days after, she resisted intense pressure to give up her son for adoption, becoming one of the few women to ever leave the institution with her baby. She was only sixteen years old. What inspired such courage? In Ten Hail Marys, Kate Howarth vividly recounts the first seventeen years of her life in Sydney's' slums and suburbs and in rural New South Wales. Abandoned by her mother as a baby and then by 'Mamma', her volatile grandmother, as a young girl, Kate was shunted between Aboriginal relatives and expected to grow up fast. A natural storyteller, she describes a childhood beset by hardship, abuse, profound grief and poverty, but buoyed with the hope that one day she would make a better life for herself. Frank, funny an incredibly moving, Ten Hail Marys is the compelling true story of a childhood lost, and a young woman's hard-won self-possession.

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