Immigrant Women 1946-1960

This series celebrates the invaluable contribution women have made to our nation’s development, from the time of European colonisation until the present day. Considering the social history of women in the 1700s, 1800s and 1900s, the books take an in-depth look at the everyday lives of women and the world as they experienced it. The books feature primary source material such as diary entries, letters, news paperthey experienced it. The books feature articles and advertisements. The series reveals how gender, race and socio-economic status can influence a woman’s sense of identity and it showcases the achievements of Australian women.