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Bring Back Yesterday
on losing the love of my life and doing what it takes to survive
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Bob Carr's memoir recounts his long marriage to Helena, her sudden death in Vienna, and his ensuing experience of grief and the 'leftover life.
' The book blends personal remembrance with reflections on politics, public life and the practicalities of bereavement.
Carr examines moments from their shared travels, Helena's career and the private rituals that defined their partnership.
He also considers how reading about loss and drawing on past lessons helped him compose a public eulogy and continue living.
The memoir serves both as a tribute to Helena and a guide for those confronting sudden partner loss.
' The book blends personal remembrance with reflections on politics, public life and the practicalities of bereavement.
Carr examines moments from their shared travels, Helena's career and the private rituals that defined their partnership.
He also considers how reading about loss and drawing on past lessons helped him compose a public eulogy and continue living.
The memoir serves both as a tribute to Helena and a guide for those confronting sudden partner loss.
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Jacqueline Maley
Bob Carr
Bob Carr on grief and 'the left-over life' after his wife's death
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David Marr
Bob Carr
Bob Carr on suddenly losing his wife Helena
