My PlaceTraces the experiences of Sally Morgan's life, growing up in Perth in the 50s & 60s. Through the memories and images of her childhood and adolescence, vague hints and echoes begin to emerge and a fascinating story unfolds - a mystery of identity, complete with clues and suggested solutions. |
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... inside . I was sure there was someone sitting on the end of my bed . I'd lie under the blankets , too scared to move or breathe . I thought , if I lay still enough , they might go away . I hoped that , because I was only little and didn ...
... inside . I was sure there was someone sitting on the end of my bed . I'd lie under the blankets , too scared to move or breathe . I thought , if I lay still enough , they might go away . I hoped that , because I was only little and didn ...
Page 246
... inside the dining - room in the house , with long stools that slotted underneath , so they could be kept out of sight when not in use . During winter , we always had a big open fire going , it got very cold in the hills . I remember ...
... inside the dining - room in the house , with long stools that slotted underneath , so they could be kept out of sight when not in use . During winter , we always had a big open fire going , it got very cold in the hills . I remember ...
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... inside of the cottage was used for visitors , who sometimes came and stayed overnight or for a few days . All the kids were too scared to go near Sister Fanny , we all thought she was a witch . One day , some kids from a rival gang ...
... inside of the cottage was used for visitors , who sometimes came and stayed overnight or for a few days . All the kids were too scared to go near Sister Fanny , we all thought she was a witch . One day , some kids from a rival gang ...
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