Louisa Lawson: Henry Lawson's Crusading Mother
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This compelling biography chronicles the remarkable life of Louisa Lawson, a pivotal figure in Australian history and the formidable mother of literary icon Henry Lawson. The narrative uncovers her tireless efforts as a suffragist, publisher, and social reformer, detailing her profound impact on women's rights and public discourse in the late 19th century. It presents a vivid portrait of a woman who defied societal norms, establishing her own newspaper and advocating fiercely for political and social change. The book illustrates the complex dynamics of her family life while highlighting her enduring legacy as a pioneering feminist and a driving force behind significant societal advancements. Readers will gain insight into the challenges and triumphs of a woman whose vision helped shape a nation.
Author: Lorna Ollif
Format: Hardback
Published: 1978, Rigby.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This compelling biography chronicles the remarkable life of Louisa Lawson, a pivotal figure in Australian history and the formidable mother of literary icon Henry Lawson. The narrative uncovers her tireless efforts as a suffragist, publisher, and social reformer, detailing her profound impact on women's rights and public discourse in the late 19th century. It presents a vivid portrait of a woman who defied societal norms, establishing her own newspaper and advocating fiercely for political and social change. The book illustrates the complex dynamics of her family life while highlighting her enduring legacy as a pioneering feminist and a driving force behind significant societal advancements. Readers will gain insight into the challenges and triumphs of a woman whose vision helped shape a nation.