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Empty Cradles (Oranges and Sunshine) [Kindle Edition]

Margaret Humphreys (Author)
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (117 customer reviews)
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'The secrets of the lost children of Britain may never have been revealed if it had not been for [the actions of] Margaret Humphreys.', Sunday Times .'It is a story that defies belief.', Independent .'A truly astonishing, haunting, real-life detective story.', She .'Brought tears to my eyes. It is impossible to read Empty Cradles without thinking "These could be my parents. These could be my children."...Despite the sadness and anger at its centre, hope remains the principal message of this remarkable book.', Terry Waite, The Times .'A modern Florence Nightingale.', Sydney Morning Herald

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The shocking, moving story of the child migrants betrayed by Britain.
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35 of 35 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Biggest Government Blunder Ever Uncovered 24 Jan 2002
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
I too have been shocked by this story. I cannot believe that our Government farmed our children out like this, it beggars belief and the attitude of the agencies concerned is shameful. What is alarming is the timespan involved. I thank Margaret Humphreys for uncovering this horrendous fiasco and hope that her book has brought shame on anyone who played any part in the child migration schemes. I commend Margaret, her attitude and tireless efforts to do so much in challenging the relevant bodies and more importantly giving children their families back. The memories of this book will live with me forever.
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23 of 23 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Shocking, moving and essential reading, Empty Cradles defies belief 15 Mar 2010
By Mrs. S. Biddulph
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This book made me angry and made me cry, it never failed to elicit an emotion. It is a powerful and moving story that defies belief. The hidden history of child migration is from another time, but living in the here and now. It is totally inconceivable that a government can send its most vulnerable, children in care, thousands of miles away ripping them from their homeland, some as young as three. The deceit and cruelty ring out from the pages not only for what Britain did, but also for how Australia treated the "lost innocents", many of whom suffered appalling abuse. The poor mites didn't stand a chance. It is a testament to their courage that they managed to live adult lives after such desperate childhoods. They have incredible hope and determination matched only by the truly remarkable Margaret Humphreys. She is an amazing woman. The way she followed her instincts to help people, do good and bring the hidden secret of child migration to the forefront of a nation's conscience. The sacrifices she made, giving her time freely and courageously are incredible. Throughout she never judges or apportions blame, instead she focuses on what really counts, reuniting families. She is a humbling human being. I met her shortly before the British government formally apologised for the part it played in child migration. Another milestone in her extraordinary journey. I wanted to know more after that meeting so I bought this book. It has gripped me from the first page. Although the writing isn't brilliant, the content is among the most compelling and moving I've ever read. Everyone should know about it and read it.
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28 of 29 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars I am shocked by this story. How could this have happened? 8 Aug 1999
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Format:Paperback
This story is so troublesome and intense that you cannot put it down for a minute. This story bothers me to think that the British Government was so cruel to these children. I am from the USA and you cannot obtain this book here and I really don't know why. Saw the story on 60 minutes and called them in New York and they gave me the telephone no. of The Child Migrants Trust in UK and that is how I was able to obtain the book. From this story, I plan to make a donation to them. I would hope that others who have read the story would feel the same way.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Critixcal comment
liked the content, but not particularly well-written. Tended to be repetitive. The subject was very worth while to be exposed.
Published 4 days ago by Mary Forbes
5.0 out of 5 stars excellent
The book was well written and I couldn't put it down. I wanted to find out more about this episode in history after reading this.
Published 10 days ago by Diana Clark
5.0 out of 5 stars very humbling.
I was aware of this having happened, but I was not prepared to the extent of this shameful event. I am aware now that Britain has admitted its part in this shameful event but only... Read more
Published 26 days ago by Eunice M Dallin
5.0 out of 5 stars Harrowing
There but for the grace of God go I.

It could have been any one of us of that generation which, when you read this book, terrifies you. Read more
Published 27 days ago by Mr. D. Redfern
5.0 out of 5 stars Very good read
Having seen oranges and sunshine I immediately looked to see if the book was available. I was not disappointed. Thoroughly enjoyed the book.
Published 1 month ago by sharnder
5.0 out of 5 stars True Story about one of Brittains most shameful deeds
I watched the film from the book & immediately ordered the book. The book covers a lot more than the film could & one has to admire Margaret Humphreys determination to help out the... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Babs
5.0 out of 5 stars excellent
this book is true to life and i confess i cried for days after i had read it and also as i went along the story line
Published 1 month ago by doreen
5.0 out of 5 stars book review
This book was very well written and a heart rending story. This could have been my fate many years age. I will support this group soon.
Published 1 month ago by M A CHATTEN
5.0 out of 5 stars Horrifying truth.
My father is one of them.
He is now 88 and still haunted daily.
The book has made me more understanding.
Published 1 month ago by Mr. RC SPARLING
2.0 out of 5 stars I never knew this had happened in my childhood
At times it makes you cry and you realise how lucky you were with your own childhood and that you were unaware of the life these children had.
Published 1 month ago by Mrs. J. M. Whitelock
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As Herbert Agar said, The truth which makes men free is, for the most part, the truth which men prefer not to hear. &quote;
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‘It is proposed that the Commonwealth seek out in Britain and Europe, in each of the first three post-war years, at least 17,000 children a year (ie about 50,000 in three years) suitable and available for migration to Australia &quote;
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