In Her Own Words

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The Writings of Elizabeth Macquarie

By Robin Walsh

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In Her Own Words by Robin Walsh delves into the personal narratives of women in historical military contexts. Through a series of letters, diaries, and firsthand accounts, it explores their pivotal roles and unique perspectives during significant military events. The book provides a lens into the often overlooked contributions of women, bringing to light their experiences and voices throughout history.
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Format: Hardback

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You might enjoy this book if you are fascinated by personal accounts that bring historical events to life. This work gives voice to women's perspectives within the context of significant military history moments, offering an insightful look into their experiences and contributions. It's an engaging read for those interested in authentic narratives that enrich our understanding of past events.

In Her Own Words

A beautifully presented volume containing the annotated letters and journal of Elizabeth Macquarie, wife of early colonial Australia's planning visionary, Lachlan Macquarie. This publication is historically significant as until now, very little has been in print about Elizabeth Macquarie and her influence in the shaping of our nation.

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In Her Own Words: The Writings of Elizabeth Macquarie is a beautifully presented volume containing the annotated letters and journal of Elizabeth Macquarie, wife of early colonial Australia's planning visionary, Lachlan Macquarie.

The publication reveals for the first time the personal thoughts and writings of Elizabeth Macquarie through transcriptions of the relevant manuscript holdings of the State Library of NSW, National Library of Australia, National Archives of Scotland, UK National Archives, as well as items held in private collections. Each writing piece is annotated, providing unique insight into its content and context.

In top-end style presentation, the book includes letters, annotations, archive photos, genealogical diagrams, related brief biographies, and an introduction on faces of womanhood. Walsh's themes drawn from Elizabeth's writings—architect, confidante, designer, gardener, and politician among them—reflect the view and role of women of the era.

This publication is historically significant as, until now, very little has been in print about Elizabeth Macquarie and her influence in the shaping of our nation. Rarely has the spotlight been turned on the lives of women during the early days of European settlement in Australia, and the importance of their opinions and attitudes explained.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781921497988

Publisher: Exisle Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 September 2011

Country: Australia

Imprint: Exisle Publishing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 250.0mm

Height: 270.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 264

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Australian & Pacific History Biography & Memoir History & Military Journals Non-Fiction Robin Walsh Stationery

About the Author

Robin Walsh is a graduate of UNSW with a BA (Hons) in early Australian history, and holds a graduate diploma in Library Science. As senior research librarian at Macquarie University, Robin is also curator of the Lachlan Macquarie Room - the original parlour room from Macquarie's home on the Isle of Mull, Scotland - located inside the University's Library.