Dimensions
123 x 261 x 25mm
The sequel to Susanna De Vrie's first volume on 'Great Australian Women', this book tells the stories of another selection of outstanding women whose strength of character, courage and incredible talents will inspire readers to achieve their own potential.
From medical research to running a winery to obtaining the vote for Aborigines and Pacific Islanders, each of the women included in this book have made significant contributions to Australian society. While the achievements of these women may vary, the strength of character, outstanding courage and bloody-mindedness they displayed in the face of great opposition is a common link to all.
The biographies include:
- Miles Franklin - author, founder of the eponymous literary prize
- Nancy Wake - World War II heroine
- Dr Ethal Hayter Florey - responsible for the clinical trials of penicillin which saved hundreds of lives
- Oodgeroo Noonuncal - poet, artist, activist for citizenship rights in the 1967 federal referendum
