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From Strength To Strength: An Autobiography
Sara Henderson's bestselling autobiography has touched the hearts of thousands of people all over Australia. As tough, spirited, warm and funny as the woman herself, From Strength to Strength is the inspirational story of one woman's extraordinary courage and determination.
In 1959 Sara met American war hero and shipping magnate Charles Henderson III, and so began what she ...more
In 1959 Sara met American war hero and shipping magnate Charles Henderson III, and so began what she ...more
Paperback
,
337 pages
Published
1999
by Sun Australia, Pan Macmillan Publishers
(first published January 1st 1992)
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Feb 16, 2008
Bob Hill
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Recommends it for:
anyone interested in life in the outback.
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I almost put this autobiography down in disgust while reading about Sara Henderson's youthful romance with and marriage to a man who was so obviously bad news that I thought I wasn't interested in knowing about a life that included him. My wife, who'd read this first, kept me reading by saying that Charlie fades into the background and the story becomes one of Sara, here children, and her helpers making a life out of incredible hardship in the Australian outback.
I'm glad I kept reading for two r ...more
I'm glad I kept reading for two r ...more
Wow! I finally know what all the fuss has been about for the last twenty years!
This story, and this woman, are truly inspirational.
What this woman had to put up at times beggars belief.
The way the story is told also keeps the reader's attention well - it sounds like you're being told a story in person, which is a bonus in autobiographies.
This story, and this woman, are truly inspirational.
What this woman had to put up at times beggars belief.
The way the story is told also keeps the reader's attention well - it sounds like you're being told a story in person, which is a bonus in autobiographies.
I want to meet Sara Henderson.
And I'd give the book 5 stars if it didn't end so abruptly.
And if she'd drop kicked Charles about 5...no, 10 years before he died.
It's one of the rare books I stayed up past 10 p.m. to read for three nights, living 30 years right alongside her every page.
If you're into world travel, adventure on the high seas, history, agriculture, people who persevere with humor and grace, happy endings (that you despair will ever come), then this book is for you!
And I'd give the book 5 stars if it didn't end so abruptly.
And if she'd drop kicked Charles about 5...no, 10 years before he died.
It's one of the rare books I stayed up past 10 p.m. to read for three nights, living 30 years right alongside her every page.
If you're into world travel, adventure on the high seas, history, agriculture, people who persevere with humor and grace, happy endings (that you despair will ever come), then this book is for you!
I read this years ago and enjoyed it then and now with my 2nd reading. She died in 2005 of cancer sadly. Marlee & Sara had a falling out over the property but it is heartening to see Marlee & her husband are still running the property.
Sara Hendersons books always stayed with me, her love for Australia is infectious and she has a talent for bringing her family and friends alive on the page
One of my favorite books as a young woman. A story of grit, determination, gusto and Australia.
As I really liked
Terry Underwood
's
In The Middle Of Nowhere
, I thought
From strength to strength
might be a good choice too. But to me, it was a bit disappointing to be honest. Maybe I should have read these two books in a different order :-)
Whether you are an Australian City Slicker or from another part of our planet this book will delight.
Henderson provides a great intimate look into her life - one not so dissimilar to others in the outback of Australia. You will learn how life really is in a remote and desolate world of outback Australia. You are sure to sympathise with Henderson and the lot of others in a similar situation.
Henderson provides a great intimate look into her life - one not so dissimilar to others in the outback of Australia. You will learn how life really is in a remote and desolate world of outback Australia. You are sure to sympathise with Henderson and the lot of others in a similar situation.
What an extraordinary life, and very entertaining to read about. I enjoyed the book a lot. It seems there was hardly ever a dull moment in the Henderson household and Sarah clearly had no shortage of stories to tell. In some respects I felt the details were glossed over a bit so i would have enjoyed this more if it was spread over two books so it could go more in depth.
Excellent book. A great example of overcoming the worst of what life throws at you. Sara's humour had me giggling sometimes! An enjoyable book, but did get a little tedious when getting deep into the details of farm life/mustering etc. I missed the bit of how her relationship deteriorated with her daughter Bonnie... was I not paying attention!!? Oops!
This woman certainly had a unique and amazing life. Her story is unreal and very facinating. Such a good read and as you are reading, you realize that Ms Henderson lived the life you are reading about. She really is an amazing and unique individual that lived a hard but good life. Great read!!
I had to read this book for Book Club and I didn't expect that I would enjoy it, but I was pleasantly surprised! I'd be interested to read the book by the daughter to hear her side of things, as not much detail was given in this book. Almost makes me want to read the others!
I had heard about this amazing woman who won the Businesswoman of the Year Award in 1991. She overcame a $750,000 debt left to her by her late husband. What an incredible woman - I loved reading her story full of laughter, sadness and hardship.
I loved it but subsequent events made it pretty clear that Sara's view was only 1 view and was not necessarily accurate, but it is wonderfully written and engaging.
What an amazing life! I'm not sure I've even lived after reading everything this woman has been through. A hugely enjoyable book.
Interesting rendition of Australia's outback. Autobiographical account of the author's life from childhood to her running of Bullo Station.
I was overwhelmed with the hardships this lady had to endure. Couldn't put it down and have loaned to many of my family to read
Sara is an amazing Australian ranch owner. This is her story of living outback and surviving cancer
This woman overcame so many adversities and came up tops. An unforgettable book.
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The Strength In Us All
by Sara Henderson
3.94 · rating details · 31 ratings · 1 review
All the strength you need to achieve anything is within you. Don't wait for a light to appear at the end of the tunnel, stride down there...and light the bloody thing yourself!”
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My rating:
The Strength In Us All
by Sara Henderson
3.94 · rating details · 31 ratings · 1 review
All the strength you need to achieve anything is within you. Don't wait for a light to appear at the end of the tunnel, stride down there...and light the bloody thing yourself!”
