Elizabeth
The Story of an Australian Pioneer
Age 8+
History & The Past: General Interest
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 Right’s Movement that gained momentum later in the 1800’s. 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
Creators
Mark Wilson lives in Frankston, Victoria, with his wife Ros, two dogs called Kouta and Toby, and seven fish (at last count). He loved drawing from a very early age and also loved comics, especially The Phantom. He spent his teenage years drumming with the rock band Centerfold. Finding a 'real job' eventually led Mark into song writing and magazine illustration. He began writing his own books in 2004. Mark's many award winning picture books include My Mother's Eyes-The Story of a Boy Soldier (CBCA Honour book, 2010 and Eve Pownell Honour book, 2010); Angel of Kokoda; Young Murphy (CBCA Honour Book, 2006); The Extinction Series (Wilderness Society Award and Whitley Award, 2004); Journey of the Sea Turtle; The Last Tree (Whitley Award in 2007); Rodeo Darcy (W.A. Premier's honour book, 2005); The Penguin Shore (CBCA Notable Book, 1996); Yellow-eye (Wilderness Society Award, and CBCA Honour book, 2002).
