Portrait of the Artist's Mother
Dignity, Creativity and Disability
By Fiona Place | Publisher: Spinifex Press
About the book
In this eye-opening book, Fiona Place describes what it is like to be the mother of a son with Down syndrome. She takes us from her pregnancy—and the urging from the medical professionals to undergo screening—to the multiple challenges she faced as she did her utmost to ensure her son had every opportunity to grow and learn.
We share her distress at the treatment of her family by many so-called experts; we share her appreciation for those people who reached out to Fraser and showed him care and compassion; we share her frustration at the obstacles she faces as a mother who just wants the best for her son. We also share her joy as we witness Fraser become a successful award-winning artist.
This is a story of courage, love and commitment to the idea that all people, including those who are ‘less than perfect’, have a right to be welcomed into this increasingly imperfect world.
In this eye-opening book, Fiona Place describes what it is like to be the mother of a son with Down syndrome. She takes us from her pregnancy—and the urging from the medical professionals to undergo screening—to the multiple challenges she faced as she did her utmost to ensure her son had every opportunity to grow and learn.
We share her distress at the treatment of her family by many so-called experts; we share her appreciation for those people who reached out to Fraser and showed him care and compassion; we share her frustration at the obstacles she faces as a mother who just wants the best for her son. We also share her joy as we witness Fraser become a successful award-winning artist.
This is a story of courage, love and commitment to the idea that all people, including those who are ‘less than perfect’, have a right to be welcomed into this increasingly imperfect world.
Editions of Portrait of the Artist's Mother
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781925581751
Read an Excerpt
In this eye-opening book, Fiona Place describes what it is like to be the mother of a son with Down syndrome. She takes us from her pregnancy—and the urging from the medical professionals to undergo screening—to the multiple challenges she faced as she did her utmost to ensure her son had every opportunity to grow and learn.
We share her distress at the treatment of her family by many so-called experts; we share her appreciation for those people who reached out to Fraser and showed him care and compassion; we share her frustration at the obstacles she faces as a mother who just wants the best for her son. We also share her joy as we witness Fraser become a successful award-winning artist.
This is a story of courage, love and commitment to the idea that all people, including those who are ‘less than perfect’, have a right to be welcomed into this increasingly imperfect world.
In this eye-opening book, Fiona Place describes what it is like to be the mother of a son with Down syndrome. She takes us from her pregnancy—and the urging from the medical professionals to undergo screening—to the multiple challenges she faced as she did her utmost to ensure her son had every opportunity to grow and learn.
We share her distress at the treatment of her family by many so-called experts; we share her appreciation for those people who reached out to Fraser and showed him care and compassion; we share her frustration at the obstacles she faces as a mother who just wants the best for her son. We also share her joy as we witness Fraser become a successful award-winning artist.
This is a story of courage, love and commitment to the idea that all people, including those who are ‘less than perfect’, have a right to be welcomed into this increasingly imperfect world.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Portrait of the Artist's Mother about?
In this eye-opening book, Fiona Place describes what it is like to be the mother of a son with Down syndrome. She takes us from her pregnancy—and the urging from the medical professionals to undergo screening—to the multiple challenges she faced as she did her utmost to ensure her son had every opportunity to grow and learn.
We share her distress at the treatment of her family by many so-called experts; we share her appreciation for those people who reached out to Fraser and showed him care and compassion; we share her frustration at the obstacles she faces as a mother who just wants the best for her son. We also share her joy as we witness Fraser become a successful award-winning artist.
This is a story of courage, love and commitment to the idea that all people, including those who are ‘less than perfect’, have a right to be welcomed into this increasingly imperfect world.
In this eye-opening book, Fiona Place describes what it is like to be the mother of a son with Down syndrome. She takes us from her pregnancy—and the urging from the medical professionals to undergo screening—to the multiple challenges she faced as she did her utmost to ensure her son had every opportunity to grow and learn.
We share her distress at the treatment of her family by many so-called experts; we share her appreciation for those people who reached out to Fraser and showed him care and compassion; we share her frustration at the obstacles she faces as a mother who just wants the best for her son. We also share her joy as we witness Fraser become a successful award-winning artist.
This is a story of courage, love and commitment to the idea that all people, including those who are ‘less than perfect’, have a right to be welcomed into this increasingly imperfect world.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Portrait of the Artist's Mother?
Biography, Literature and Literary studies > Biography and non-fiction prose > Biography: general > Autobiography: general
Where can I read a sample of Portrait of the Artist's Mother?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781925581751
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Portrait of the Artist's Mother?
Fiona Place
Who is the Publisher of the book Portrait of the Artist's Mother?
Spinifex Press
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Portrait of the Artist's Mother is available as paperback(ISBN 9781925581751)
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