The book examines the devastating impact of austerity measures in the UK over the past decade, highlighting personal stories and experiences from those affected. Through extensive reporting, Mary O'Hara reveals the initial expectations of people who hoped for a quick resolution, contrasting them with the harsh realities that emerged as the long-term effects of these economic policies became clear. The narrative captures the struggle and resilience of individuals facing the consequences of one of the most regressive strategies implemented by a post-war government.
Mary O’Hara Book order (chronological)
July 10, 1885 – October 14, 1980
This author became renowned for her timeless works that delved into the profound bond between humans and nature, and the spiritual life of rural communities. Her prose is characterized by lyrical language and a deep understanding of depicting relationships between people and animals. Through her narratives, she explored themes of coming-of-age, loss, and resilience, often set against rugged yet beautiful landscapes. Her distinctive voice and emotional resonance continue to captivate readers seeking profound and thoughtful storytelling.
The Shame Game
- 232 pages
- 9 hours of reading
Drawing on a two-year multi-platform initiative, this book by award-winning journalist and author Mary O'Hara, asks how we can overturn the portrayal of poverty once and for all. Crucially, she turns to the real experts to try to find answers - the people who live it.
Le ranch que Mary O'Hara possède dans le Wyoming a servi de cadre aux aventures de Flicka , la belle pouliche alezane, de son fils Thunderhead et de tous les descendants de l'Albinos, l'étalon blanc devenu légendaire. La vie quotidienne au ranch, avec ses joies et ses difficultés, ses drames et des épisodes comiques, est aussi une aventure, la plus passionnante de toutes !
Mein Freund Flicka. Sturmwind, Flickas Sohn. 2 Romane in 1 Bd.
- 504 pages
- 18 hours of reading
Grünes Gras der Weide
- 249 pages
- 9 hours of reading
Das Herz nimmt alle Hürden
- 109 pages
- 4 hours of reading
A Song for Ireland
- 208 pages
- 8 hours of reading
This book was copyrighted in 1982. The pages are good in this book. This book is used.
Sturmwind. Der weiße Hengst
- 432 pages
- 16 hours of reading
Wo ist Sturmwind? Ken ist entsetzt, dass sein weißer Hengst aus dem Tal der Adler verschwunden ist. Sturmwind hat sich in die weite Ebene geflüchtet und versammelt eine Herde von fremden Stuten um sich. Als er auch noch Juwel, das teure Rennpferd von Carey, stiehlt, macht Ken sich auf eine abenteuerliche Suche nach seinem ungestümen Hengst. Doch plötzlich geht es ihm nicht nur um Sturmwind, sondern auch um die Zuneigung der schönen Carey. Der letzte Band der beliebten Trilogie um das Gänseland-Gestüt. Die Flicka-Bücher gehören zu den Klassikern der Pferdeliteratur.
Le Fils de Flicka
- 384 pages
- 14 hours of reading
Flicka, la pouliche rétive que Ken a réussi à apprivoiser, a donné naissance à un étonnant poulain blanc. L'ascendance exceptionnelle de Thunderhead donne à espérer qu'il peut devenir un excellent cheval de course. Ken soumet le poulain à un entraînement intensif. Thunderhead se révèle imbattable mais indomptable car son instinct le conduit sans cesse vers les chevaux sauvages dont il veut devenir le chef et l'étalon. Engagé dans sa première course, Thunderhead, le cheval rebelle, désarçonne son jockey et finit seul le parcours...
My Friend Flicka
- 352 pages
- 13 hours of reading
It seems Ken can't do anything right. He loses saddle blankets and breaks reins䳨en comes the worst news yet: a report card so bad that he has to repeat a grade. How can you tame the dreamy mind of a boy who stares out of the window instead of taking an exam? Enter Flicka, the chestnut filly with a wild spirit. Over the course of one magical summer, both will learn the meaning of responsibility, courage, and, ultimately, friendship.
