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    Why Herbert Killed His Mother
    Why Herbert Killed His Mother
    Why Herbert Killed His Mother
    Audiobook23 minutes

    Why Herbert Killed His Mother

    Written by Winifred Holtby

    Narrated by Cathy Dobson

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    About this audiobook

    Winifred Holtby (1898-1935) was an English novelist, short story writer and journalist. 'Why Herbert Killed His Mother' is the story of a perfect baby who wins a beautiful baby contest and becomes a tiny celebrity, bringing fame and fortune to his family. When Herbert grows up, he spends most of his life trying to leave 'Baby Herbert' behind him...but his mother cannot quite relinquish the glory days when she was hailed as the perfect mother.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherRed Door Consulting
    Release dateJan 20, 2017
    ISBN9781509432004
    Why Herbert Killed His Mother

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