The Self-Employed Housewife

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Set in the 1970s, the narrative follows a young Dutch immigrant in South Africa as she navigates life with her seaman husband and two toddlers. The story unfolds through lively, conversational chapters that capture her interactions with family and community while she embarks on establishing her own leather craft business from home. The engaging dialogue highlights her challenges and triumphs, offering a glimpse into the immigrant experience and the dynamics of family life.