Goldie

A Lotus Grows in the Mud

By: Goldie Hawn

Narrated by: Goldie Hawn

Length: 5 hrs and 43 mins

Publisher's summary

Goldie Hawn's life is an ongoing tableau of stories, and she has a born knack for telling them. In this candid and insightful book, Goldie invites us to join her in a look back at the people, places, and events that have touched her. It is the spiritual journey of a heart in search of enlightenment.

With her trademark effervescent humor, Goldie tells us about the lessons she's learned and the wisdom she feels she's been given in the hope of giving something back. Not a Hollywood "tell-all", A Lotus Grows in the Mud is a very personal look at moments private and powerful: her delight in her father's spirited spontaneity; the confidence instilled in her by her mother; the unexpected gifts of comfort from strangers many miles from home; and the joy of being a daughter, a sister, a lover, and a parent. This memoir is Goldie's chance to talk about everything from anger and fear to love, compassion, integrity, and friendship, to the importance of family and the challenges of show business.

Goldie writes about her younger self, the little girl who felt like an ugly duckling, and growing up in suburbia dreaming of becoming a ballerina. She takes us on a tour of her go-go dancing years in New York in the 60s, her phenomenal success on TV's Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In, and then on to the world of Hollywood stardom and such memorable films as the Oscar-winning Cactus Flower, Swing Shift, and Private Benjamin.

A Lotus Grows in the Mud speaks of her relationship with her family: her partner, Kurt Russell; her children, Kate Hudson, Oliver Hudson, Wyatt Russell, and her stepson, Boston Russell; her growing faith; her curiosity for that which she doesn't yet know; and her unquenchable thirst for knowledge and understanding. Most of all, it is a trip back through a life well lived by a woman well loved.

©2005 Illume, LLC (P)2005 Penguin Audio

Critic reviews

"Goldie Hawn's personal look at an unusual journey to stardom...Fans will enjoy getting to know [Goldie] in this frank, reflective memoir.” (BookPage)

“Positively overflows with spiritual enlightenment.” (Publishers Weekly)

Excellent first listen ..

Very interesting biography of Goldie Hawn. If you want to get into the world of this wonderful person, it is a 'must' first listen :) Highly Recommended for all Goldie fans !

Goldie

Goldie has such a soothing voice she made listening at work so easy. Completely enjoyed it.

Adorable Insightful Goldie

What made the experience of listening to A Lotus Grows in the Mud the most enjoyable?

It is beautifully produced with Goldie narrating in her soft yet silly and sophisticated voice that has always made me smile and feel warm inside. Musical interludes are a special icing on the cake that make it a true delight to listen to.

What other book might you compare A Lotus Grows in the Mud to and why?

None come to mind right off.

Which scene was your favorite?

There was no favorite, I enjoyed the whole ride.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes...I think I could have but I enjoyed savoring it.

Any additional comments?

Goldie Hawn is so light and delightful and exudes of passionate heart. Such a lovely inspiration. This book opened my eyes to the work she is doing now through the Hawn Foundation which I think is simply fantastic!! Thank you Goldie for being an inspiration.

The best of Memoirs!

Loved it! Goldie's narration, her philosophy... and what feels so naturally joyful. Read/listen and Enjoy!

One of my best books ever

Thank you for sharing your incredible story with us Goldie and for your beautiful sparkle that you have added to my life - you have left a wonderful impression on my heart and your relatable journey has inspired me to be better.

Heartwarming and encouraging

I just love Goldie Hawn, her movies, her daughter Kate’s movies. She is warm and inviting and you actually feel she wrote this book for you.,....to warm your heart, soul and mind.

Inspiration

I’ve truly enjoyed this book will recommend to my friends and family. Hope you write another book.

Laugh In No More

Thoroughly enjoyed listening to Goldie’s version of her life as a young star. It was a crazy time, and she explained some of her experiences with the people that she worked with, and the people she stopped working with for whatever reason if you’ve lived through this era, you will appreciate this book because as a woman, you lived the same sort of life. Even if you were not born and lived through the 60s, you will get a lot out of it and she is funny at times.

Well done

The book is exactly how and what I expected to read from Goldie. I loved it and I love her.

A true Golden girl...

I love Goldie...she is an American treasure. I enjoyed listening to this book filled with stories from Goldie's upbringing. I did feel there was very little offered about her incredible film career, iconic roles and stories from behind-the-scenes. I suspect Goldie is not one to spill the beans...which makes her more lovable. The story about Harvey Weinstein was incredible...and her discussion about Eileen Brennan was touching. Listen to this book!