Spirited Women: Journeys With Breast Cancer
By (Author) Petrea King
Random House Australia
Random House Australia
1st September 2004
Australia
General
Non Fiction
613
Paperback
368
Width 131mm, Height 199mm, Spine 26mm
344g
SPIRITED WOMEN addresses the many practical and emotional issues faced by women of diverse backgrounds as they journey with the experience of breast cancer. Based on the experiences of hundreds of women who talk frankly and bravely about how breast cancer has changed their priorities, affected their self esteem, their sexuality and their relationships, and has provided unexpected opportunities for growth. Gentle, honest, informative and moving, SPIRITED WOMEN is an essential book for anyone whose life has been touched by breast cancer.
Petrea King is a leading light in the field of holistic health in Australia. She has received the Advance Australia Award and the centenary Medal for her contribution to the community and was one of the nominees for Australian of the Year in 2004. Petrea lives in Bundanoon, NSW, where she runs residential programs for women with breast cancer and others affected by life-threatening illnesses. Petrea is the author of the bestselling QUEST FOR LIFE, SPIRITED WOMEN and SOMETIMES HEARTS HAVE TO BREAK. YOUR LIFE MATTERS is her most recent work.