By Aaron Cordy
LETTERS sent through the pages of history are often keepsakes and mementoes for families of loved ones fondly remembered. For Tracee Spiby, she knew there was more to her grandfather’s story. One she needed to tell.
One Hell at a Time is Tracee’s first book will be launched at the Shepparton RSL, Sunday, October 15, at 2pm. It tells the incredible story of her grandfather Albert Henry Spiby’s harrowing experience during World War 1.
A bit of a family history buff, Tracee became intrigued by her grandfather’s military history from the Somme to Singapore and embarked on a journey of research and discovery that developed into a passion. Determined to write it all down authentically, she set out to equip herself with the skills to tackle the project, do justice to her grandfather’s story, and honour the memory of all those who served in wars.
”I am incredibly pleased to share this deeply humane story with the community. It’s a story that needs to be heard, particularly in these times when we’re seeing so much conflict and violence around the world. I hope that readers will come away with a deeper understanding of the true meaning and cost of war,” said Tracee.
Lieutenant Colonel Neil C Smith, AM, Retd, will officially launch the book and the popular author, Hazel Edwards will also speak of Tracee’s journey to publication. The event will include a reading from the book, and an opportunity to purchase signed copies.
