Wed by the Wayside – Alana Valentine (2024)

Author: Alana Valentine
Publisher: Pantera Press, Neutral Bay, NSW, 2024
Format: Softcover
Pages: 308
ISBN: 9780645818017
Condition: Very Good – light general wear
Type of Book: Biography & Memoir / Australian Social History

Summary:
In Wed by the Wayside, award-winning writer Alana Valentine explores the rich, emotional, and often surprising history of the Wayside Chapel in Sydney’s Kings Cross — a place where love, social justice, and community have long intersected. Blending personal reflections, anecdotes, and archival stories, Valentine traces the extraordinary marriages performed at the Chapel and the lives touched by its presence.

More than a history of a single institution, this book reveals a portrait of Kings Cross itself — its people, its social life, and its place in the cultural and spiritual fabric of Sydney. Full of warmth, humanity, and remarkable stories, Wed by the Wayside celebrates compassion, community, and the power of love in unexpected places.

Why you’ll love this book:
Perfect for readers interested in Sydney history, memoir, community work, social justice, or stories of connection and resilience. A touching and engaging read by one of Australia’s most respected playwrights and storytellers.