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1920s, 1992: Who on earth is Muriel Kemp and what does she want?
1920s, 1992: Who on earth is Muriel Kemp and what does she want?
In 1992, morning sickness drives Jane to pre-dawn walks of her neighbourhood where she meets an unfriendly woman who sprays her with a hose as she passes by. When they do talk: Muriel Kemp eyes my pregnant belly and tells me if I really want to succeed, I’d get rid of the baby.
Driven to find out more about her curmudgeonly neighbour, Jane Cooper begins to investigate the life of Muriel, who claims to be a famous artist from Sydney’s bohemian 1920s. Contemporary critics argue that legend, rather than ability, has secured her position in history. They also claim that the real Muriel Kemp died in 1936.
Murderer, narcissist, sexual deviant or artistic genius and a woman before her time: Who really is Muriel Kemp?
Sydney
A lovely visit to the artistic side of Sydney. there’s visits to art galleries and homes of artists, parks, iconic streets and more. The city gets a lovely role to play in this story and you get a wonderfully artistic view of the area and its bohemion vibe in certain parts of town.
The fact we see this city through various eras is nicely done too. Go to Sydney, get a coffee and visit the art galleries with this book in hand!
Destination: Sydney Author/guide: Julie Keys Departure Time: 1900s, 1920s, 1992, 2000s
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