{"product_id":"2026100004348-secondhand-the-governors-lady-mrs-philip-gidley-king","title":"The Governor's Lady: Mrs. Philip Gidley King","description":"\u003cp\u003eEdition: 1st ed.,\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition remarks:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBook: Fair                          \u003cbr\u003eJacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage\u003cbr\u003ePages: Yellowed                  \u003cbr\u003eMarkings: Previous owner\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe biographical work The Governor's Lady: Mrs. King chronicles the life of Anna Josepha King, the wife of Philip Gidley King, third Governor of New South Wales. This historical account illuminates the challenges and triumphs of early colonial life through the eyes of a prominent woman, detailing her significant contributions to the nascent Australian society. Bassett presents a vivid portrait of a resilient figure navigating the complexities of leadership, social hierarchy, and personal sacrifice in a new world. The narrative illustrates the profound impact of individuals on the shaping of a nation, offering a compelling look at the domestic and public spheres of colonial administration. It argues for Anna Josepha King's pivotal role beyond the shadow of her husband, establishing her as a formidable force in her own right.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secondhand Stock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48506482032859,"sku":"2026100004348-SECONDHAND","price":30.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/7646\/9701\/files\/0578d531-5e29-4712-b8c5-a5867fd64e1f.png?v=1774358397","url":"https:\/\/bookgrocer.com\/products\/2026100004348-secondhand-the-governors-lady-mrs-philip-gidley-king","provider":"Book Grocer","version":"1.0","type":"link"}