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Elizabeth
The Story of an Australian Pioneer
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Elizabeth Macarthur was a true Australian pioneer. This book celebrates her life and achievements, as well as the many setbacks she endured. In a society that was dominated by men, she thrived as a mother, businesswoman and farm manager. Elizabeth highlights the important roles women have...
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Elizabeth Macarthur was a true Australian pioneer. This book celebrates her life and achievements, as well as the many setbacks she endured. In a society that was dominated by men, she thrived as a mother, businesswoman and farm manager.
Elizabeth highlights the important roles women have played in Australian history. Elizabeth Macarthur wasn't just a pioneer in the traditional sense, but also a pioneer of the Women's Rights Movement that gained momentum later in the 1800s. In times when women had no rights, when they were actually owned (in Australian law) by their fathers or husbands, many thrived in a predominately man's world, enduring centuries-old prejudices, and overcoming them to find their rightful places in our history. This book celebrates their courage and determination.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781922998101
Publisher: Windy Hollow Books
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 01 February 2025
Country: Australia
Imprint: Windy Hollow Books
Illustration: 8pp printed endpapers
DIMENSIONS
Width: 225.0mm
Height: 290.0mm
Weight: 300g
Pages: 32
About the Author
Mark Wilson is a multiple award-winning author/illustrator with 39 books in print worldwide in nine languages. Mark has a particular passion for Australian history and the environment, particularly endangered animals, exploring these themes through his picture books and workshops. He was also presented with the 2011 Dromkeen Medal for Services to Children's Literature.
Mark Wilson lives in Melbourne.
Mark's previous picture book Caroline was named a Notable book by the CBCA in 2024.
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