Finding herself at a "moment of peak wifedom" six years ago, Anna Funder says she could have dealt with the inevitable mid-life crisis through "yoga, or something really healthy." Instead, she found George Orwell.

As Ms Funder described to Julie-anne Sprague on 6PR Afternoons, poring through Orwell's works lead her to discover not only the powerful women behind Orwell and other famous male novelists, but also the undeniable energy these women brought to the written word.

Finding herself at a "moment of peak wifedom" six years ago, Anna Funder says she could have dealt with the inevitable mid-life crisis through "yoga, or something really healthy." Instead, she found George Orwell.
As Ms Funder described to Julie-anne Sprague on 6PR Afternoons, poring through Orwell's works lead her to discover not only the powerful women behind Orwell and other famous male novelists, but also the undeniable energy these women brought to the written word.

Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague will break down the issues that matter to you.

It’s a conversation with the people of Perth where you’ll get to know more than just the headline. It connects you with some of the country’s leading experts in health, property and technology.

As well as the latest news, you’ll get informative tips and advice on everything from keeping your garden in bloom to the best travel spots, as well as behind-the-scenes takes on your favourite sports teams.

You’ll have a laugh and you’re guaranteed to learn something new when you tune in with Julie-anne from 12pm-3pm.

Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague will break down the issues that matter to you.
It’s a conversation with the people of Perth where you’ll get to know more than just the headline. It connects you with some of the country’s leading experts in health, property and technology.
As well as the latest news, you’ll get informative tips and advice on everything from keeping your garden in bloom to the best travel spots, as well as behind-the-scenes takes on your favourite sports teams.
You’ll have a laugh and you’re guaranteed to learn something new when you tune in with Julie-anne from 12pm-3pm.

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