Elizabeth & Elizabeth by Sue Williams

Author: Sue Williams
Published by: Allen & Unwin, 2021
Format: Softcover
Pages: viii, 328 pages
Dimensions: 24 cm
ISBN: 9781760631345
Condition: Near Fine – clean and crisp with minimal signs of handling

Summary:
Elizabeth & Elizabeth is a richly imagined historical novel that brings to life the intersecting stories of two extraordinary women—Elizabeth Macquarie and Elizabeth Macarthur—who played pivotal roles in the early years of Australia’s European settlement. One, the visionary wife of Governor Lachlan Macquarie; the other, a pioneering pastoralist behind the beginnings of Australia’s wool industry. From vastly different worlds and married to men on opposing sides of politics, they were destined to clash—yet history tells a more complex story of strength, resilience, and unexpected friendship.

Based on meticulous research and written with deep admiration, Sue Williams offers a powerful portrait of female endurance and influence in the face of immense societal challenges.

Why You’ll Love It:
This novel offers a rare window into colonial Australia from the perspective of women who helped shape it behind the scenes. A beautifully told story of friendship, survival, and quiet revolution, perfect for fans of historical fiction and Australian heritage.