Helen Hinkson Green: It Takes a Pair, Kartoniert / Broschiert
It Takes a Pair
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- Einband:
- Kartoniert / Broschiert
- Sprache:
- Englisch
- ISBN-13:
- 9798182749831
- Artikelnummer:
- 12955305
- Umfang:
- 292 Seiten
- Gewicht:
- 395 g
- Maße:
- 229 x 152 mm
- Stärke:
- 17 mm
- Erscheinungstermin:
- 2.2.2027
- Hinweis
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Achtung: Artikel ist nicht in deutscher Sprache!
Klappentext
A touching, candid, and uplifting memoir of single motherhood in 1940s America.
On June 18, 1941, Helen Hinkson Green's life changed forever. Left suddenly widowed with thirteen-month-old twin daughters, Jennifer and Penelope, Helen was thrust into single parenthood during the height of World War II. Faced with the daunting task of raising two energetic babies alone, she embarked on a journey of reinvention, perseverance, and fierce maternal devotion.
Spanning her early years of grief and adjustment in Missouri to new beginnings in New Mexico, Arizona, and eventually Michigan State University, It Takes a Pair captures the humor, hardships, and quiet victories of everyday family life. Written with warmth, sharp wit, and deep sincerity, Helen shares unforgettable moments-from navigating WWII rationing and stubborn twin double buggies to enduring childhood phase "imaginary friends" and the endearing chaos of raising two look-alike toddlers.
More than just a personal story, It Takes a Pair is a timeless tribute to single parents everywhere and a moving reflection on finding hope, purpose, and joy after loss.
