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Motherland

by Maria Beaumont
RM48.00 MYR Now RM22.00 MYR Save 54%
Motherland
Motherland

Unusual excursion into maternal identity and state control.

"Motherland" offers a thought-provoking journey that will resonate with anyone interested in the complexities of parenthood within a controlled society. It's a narrative that boldly questions the boundaries of motherhood against the backdrop of state influence, making it a compelling read for those who appreciate societal introspection through fiction.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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Motherland

by Maria Beaumont
RM48.00 MYR Now RM22.00 MYR Save 54%
ISBN: 9780340920466
Authors: Maria Beaumont
Publisher: Hodder Paperback
Date of Publication: 2008-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Romance, Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction
Related Topics: Historical Romance, World War II
Goodreads rating: 4.3
(rated by 10 readers)
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Unusual excursion into maternal identity and state control.

"Motherland" offers a thought-provoking journey that will resonate with anyone interested in the complexities of parenthood within a controlled society. It's a narrative that boldly questions the boundaries of motherhood against the backdrop of state influence, making it a compelling read for those who appreciate societal introspection through fiction.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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Written in My Own Heart's Blood
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Diana Gabaldon | Orion

Written in My Own Heart's Blood

RM45.00 MYR

Goodreads rating: 4.55

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Love and Treasure

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