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Child of the Clouds: A memoir about adoption trauma and recovery

Child of the Clouds: A memoir about adoption trauma and recovery


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Adoption in the twentieth century was messy, as it turned out. The mass practice of forced removal of babies from 'undeserving' mothers and inserting them into 'worthy, middle class' families was to have dire consequences for many. This memoir documents one adoptee's story after discovering, at age 27, that she was adopted, forcing her to re-evaluate her life in light of this new knowledge. Created over more than three decades, these poems have been curated as a powerful narrative, highlighting key issues that are both individual and universal. The story of adoption is polyphonic and diverse. While this story is unique, reflecting one adoptee's lived experience, these lines will resonate with others who have found themselves in the tangled chaotic web of adoption. Perhaps it will also help those who have not been adopted themselves, but who wish to understand what might be happening for an adoptee in their lives. Why poetry? As Julia Kaylock has found, poetry tells the truth in a way prose cannot. However, Child of the Clouds is not just for poetry lovers, anyone who loves a good story will find this a fascinating read. Included in the book is a section that discusses various aspects of adoption in the twentieth century that relate to the key themes of this book.

About the Author :
Julia Kaylock is a social researcher, editor and publisher. She is also a poet, journalist and feature writer with many publications to her credit. In past lives she has been a public servant, employment and career coach, professional counsellor and manager at a university. Twenty years ago, after training as an editor, Julia began working on writing, editing and proofreading 'serious' texts, as well as writing weekly columns on employment and career issues, as well as authoring texts for educational videos and training programs. Now in her third career stage, Julia has ventured into the publishing arena, which is providing an outlet for creative work that explores new territories, with unique perspectives on the human condition. Born in Sydney, Julia has lived in Victoria since 1974. She lives on the Mornington Peninsula.

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'In using very immediate, accessible poetry (and some prose) to narrate her story, Julia allows the reader to feel her life from the inside, including her sense of dislocation and fragmentation of being, as well as the wall of silence she met when looking into her adoption and the expectations put on her by her adoptive family.' Denise O'Hagan, poet, editor and publisher. 'Loved the title, it is genius and so apt. This book has alerted me to an aspect of life, the age-old question, Nature or Nurture?. One cannot replace the love of a mother, Liz Hicklin, poet and author. 'Your story and your honest expression, through your poetry, your research and the sheer gumption of your living are very eye-opening and it is apparent that there is no easy road and no instant healing to such issues, the complexity of which are mind boggling. May your work reach the hearts and minds of all in need of healing and understanding.' Kathleen Panettieri (poet and author) 'It was so open, vulnerable, gut wrenching and hit the emotions so very accurately. My heart bled for the author as I read and several times I had to stop and catch my breath.' Di Riddell (author and relinquishing mother in the forced adoptions era). 'I am not a 'poetry person' but this book echoed back and affirmed my own experiences. I think you've created a work of emotional art that many will enjoy and hopefully benefit from as I did.' Greg Rostron 'Child of the Clouds is an incredible poetic collection that fills in the secrets of a family tree and shines a spotlight on the journey towards recovery through finding identity, acceptance, and self-worth. A five-star 'must-read' that magnified my own emotional spectrum and will stay with me for some time to come.' Kelly van Nelson, poet and author 'This memoir clutched at my heart, it made me want to reach back in time to shake sense into those who harmed this little girl. Congratulations on an outstanding piece of work.' Eliza Jane, author 


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9780645114522
  • Publisher: Litoria Press
  • Publisher Imprint: Litoria Press
  • Height: 229 mm
  • No of Pages: 170
  • Spine Width: 9 mm
  • Weight: 286 gr
  • ISBN-10: 0645114529
  • Publisher Date: 22 Sep 2021
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: N
  • Sub Title: A memoir about adoption trauma and recovery
  • Width: 152 mm


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