Ugly: My Memoir
The Australian bestseller
$19.41
- Paperback
304 pages
- Release Date
28 April 2015
Summary
Robert Hoge was born with a giant tumour on his forehead, severely distorted facial features and legs that were twisted and useless. His mother refused to look at her son, let alone bring him home. But home he went, to a life that, against the odds, was filled with joy, optimism and boyhood naughtiness.
Home for the Hoges was a bayside suburb of Brisbane. Robert’s parents, Mary and Vince, knew that his life would be difficult, but they were determined to give him a typical Australian …
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780733633942 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 0733633943 |
| Author: | Robert Hoge |
| Publisher: | Hachette Australia |
| Imprint: | Hachette Australia |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 304 |
| Release Date: | 28 April 2015 |
| Weight: | 300g |
| Dimensions: | 196mm x 128mm x 24mm |
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There is much to be learned from this ugly man whose spirit is truly beautiful. - Saturday Age
This is an incredible life story that will no doubt attract much publicity and discussion about beauty, ugliness and how we value ourselves. - Australian Bookseller + PublisherIf Robert Hoge reckons he belongs to the Ugly Club, then “ugly” must mean humour and courage, love and decency. - William McInnes[A] frank, wry and funny memoir … - Sunday AgeThis fabulous easy-to-read tale is a treasure for anyone who has ever given their looks a second thought. Ugly offers a bracing perspective on life, love and the real definition of beauty. - Good ReadingAbout The Author
Robert Hoge
Robert Hoge has worked as a journalist, a speechwriter, a science communicator for the CSIRO and a political advisor to the former Queensland Premier and Deputy Premier. He has had numerous short stories, articles, interviews and other works published in Australia and overseas. He also enjoys photography, disability advocacy and social engagement. While he never got far with his professional lawn bowls career, Robert did carry the Olympic torch in 2000. He is married and lives in Brisbane.
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