Bring Back Yesterday: Bob Carr’s Grief Memoir
Bring Back Yesterday is Bob Carr’s memoir about the death of his wife, Helena, and finding his footing after loss. The listing describes a candid account of love, grief and survival, including his late-night walks during the months after her death.
At a glance
- A personal account of Bob Carr’s life after the death of his wife, Helena.
- Covers grief, a long-term relationship and finding a footing again.
- The listing describes late-night city walks during the first months after the loss.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- A focused memoir combining a love story with an account of bereavement and recovery.
- The listing provides a 240-page length and physical dimensions to help assess the book format.
Technical specifications
7 specifications| Publisher | Allen & Unwin |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 3 March 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 240 pages |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1761473135 |
| Weight listed | 278 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 15.29 x 1.5 x 20.8 cm |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers interested in memoirs about love, bereavement and life after losing a partner.
- People looking for a personal account of grief and the process of finding a way forward.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking fiction, a practical step-by-step grief guide or a light read.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Aggregate ratings are generally favourable, with a majority in the four- and five-star categories, but a smaller share of lower ratings shows that responses are not uniformly positive. Ratings alone do not explain what readers liked or disliked, so they offer limited guidance on whether this personal account of bereavement will suit an individual reader.
Frequently asked questions
What is Bring Back Yesterday about?
It recounts Bob Carr’s relationship with his wife, Helena, her death and his efforts to find his footing while grieving.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 240 pages.
Who might find it relevant?
It may suit readers interested in candid memoirs about long-term relationships, bereavement and life after loss.
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