This month, get ready to take a deep dive into history and travel. We love celebrating our Australian authors and their new releases, and this month is an exciting book that you’ll want to pencil into the calendar.
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She Shapes History by Sita Sargeant
She Shapes History by Sita Sargeant is a captivating exploration of the forgotten women who helped shape Australia’s towns and cities. Through a mix of walking tours and compelling vignettes, this book uncovers the hidden stories of remarkable women (some celebrated, many overlooked) who left their mark on communities from Coober Pedy to Hobart, Kings Cross to Rockhampton.
With 18 city walks featuring easy-to-follow maps and 30 locations across the country, She Shapes History offers an engaging and immersive way to experience Australia’s past. From pioneering activists and trailblazing businesswomen to fearless underworld queens, their stories are funny, heartbreaking, and inspiring. Perfect for history buffs, travellers, and anyone curious about the incredible women who helped shape the nation, this book is a must-read.
Publication date: April 15th, 2025
About the Author
Sita Sargeant is the founder of She Shapes History, a social enterprise dedicated to uncovering and sharing the stories of women and queer people who have shaped Australia’s past. Through engaging walking tours in Canberra, she brings history to life, ensuring these often-overlooked narratives are given the recognition they deserve.
After spending seven months travelling across Australia researching and writing a women’s history travel guide, Sita is now on a mission to expand her tours to every capital city. With a passion for making history relevant, accessible, and unforgettable, she also plans to develop educational programs that inspire Australians to engage more thoughtfully with the past and the present.
Explore More Australian Authors and Their Books
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