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'I reached out and touched his hair. He turned and kissed my hand. I moved closer until we were standing against each other. He smelt like soap and clean clothers. Gentle. Just holding and kissing gently. If this had been it, if I had died then, I would have said it was enough' The mid-70's - at an all boys Catholic school in Melbourne Timothy Conigrave fell wildly in love with the captain of the football team. So began a relationship that was to last fifteen years, a love affair that weathered disapproval, separation and, ultimately death. With honesty and insight it explores the highs and lows of any partnership: the intimacy, temptations and the strength of heart two men had to find when they tested positive to HIV.
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Timothy Holgrave was born in Melbourne in 1959 and educated at Xavier College and Monash University. He trained as an actor at the National Institute of Dramatic Art, graduating in 1984, appearing in such plays as Brighton Beach Memoirs and As Is. He died in 1994 shortly after completing HOLDING THE MAN.
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I first read holding the man approx 10 years ago, it made such a profound difference to my life. Written with such honesty, humour and above all LOVE!! Reading about Tim and John was an honour, I advise anyone who looks on gay relationships with anything less than a healthy respect to read this book, It shows how fantastically natural the love between 2 men can be. I thoroughly recommend it to young gay men to read as a source of encouragement anf hope, because I promise you, nothing seems more natural than the love these 2 men shared. Have read it countless times since then, and am always left with a nice warm feeling in my heart and with hope that a profound love exists for us all.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I wish someone would have shown me this book ten years ago. I can relate so my to both Tim and John and the pains that they went through and the love that they shared. It is not often you hear true accounts of such unconditional love that can stand the test of time and circumstances as in the case of Tim and John.
This book had me on an emotional roller coaster from the very beginning - all the things Iv'e done or should have done but didn't WOW!
Thank you Tim and John.
This book had me on an emotional roller coaster from the very beginning - all the things Iv'e done or should have done but didn't WOW!
Thank you Tim and John.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I openly cried at the end - it's so unbelievably moving and sad. Please read it - you'll be glad you did
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An emotional roller coaster of a book
I read this book in a weekend having previously started it and only getting a few chapters in. Once I picked it up again I was hooked. Read more
Published 8 months ago by JJC
Extremely moving!
This book is a must read for any young gay person. It highlights how love can be such a moving force in our lives. It is an emotional book that deals with love, life and HIV/AIDS. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Alan Mole
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I ordered this from Amazon but it's out of print, so no luck - Saw the play - it was hilarious and at the same time really moving.
Published 21 months ago by PhilM
A beautiful love story!
I loved reading this book! It is beautifully written, with an honest and open portrayal of Tim and John's life. I just didn't want it to end. Read more
Published on 16 April 2009 by M. Proctor
A story of unconditional love
Wonderful. Left a lasting impression on me. Thoroughly recommend. I was sobbing at the end of this book.
Published on 30 Dec 2008 by Everton Gayle
All Gay men should read this book
I would encourage all Gay men to read this book. Both I and my partner read it whilst on holiday and it is simply stunning. Read more
Published on 17 Sep 2008 by K. Lancaster
Great Stuff
A great read, I have recommended this book to a number of friends who also enjoyed it. The Australian slang is quite strong near the beginning but don't be put off. Read more
Published on 4 Jun 2008 by London, UK
Heartbreakingly joyous
This is really a book that makes your soul want to sing. Holding the Man is an unflinchingly candid, beautiful story that will stay with you forever.
Published on 23 May 2008 by John Canning
Highly recommended
This is Tim's story of being gay, as much as it is his story of his relationship with John Caleo. It covers his recognition of his sexuality and his coming out, as well as his... Read more
Published on 30 Mar 2008 by SHR
Read the book, See the play.
After living in Melbourne for 6 months then travelling to Sydney for a week I decided to see a play at the Opera house and luckily for me this one was showing. Read more
Published on 12 Jan 2008 by C. Darwin
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