{"product_id":"staunch-ward-of-the-state","title":"Staunch: Ward of the State","description":"\u003cp\u003eDuring the 20th century, over 500,000 Australian children were raised in institutional or out-of-home care. Tragically, many were abused – physically, emotionally and sexually. Staunch is the story of one boy’s life as a Forgotten Australian, and the legacy he left behind.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAndy’s life began with difficulty – given up at birth, his adoptive father was a violent drunk, his adoptive mother a depressive. He became a ward of the state, and spent his entire adolescence in institutions and foster homes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese were unhappy years, full of confusion, fear and abuse. It wasn’t until he met the kind-hearted Miriam that Andy found a parent figure he could trust, and the hope of happiness that had eluded him throughout childhood.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGinger Briggs brings to life this true story with raw honesty and emotional depth. Staunch is a poignant portrayal of Andy and his friendship with Miriam. It also reveals the heroism of the many thousands who have survived harrowing experiences as Forgotten Australians.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ginger Briggs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46935872438441,"sku":"9780980374636","price":7.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0424\/9518\/0962\/files\/9780980374636.jpg?v=1774575996","url":"https:\/\/roseyravelstonbooks.com.au\/products\/staunch-ward-of-the-state","provider":"RoseyRavelston Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}