WEST AUSTRALIANA FLORA BIOGRAPHY

Georgiana Molloy arrived as a young bride from England in 1829. She thrived in the pioneer settlement of Augusta, Western Australia, and her ground-breaking work in the study and identification of the region’s unique flora is an enduring testament to her skill and resilience. She never ceased to find enjoyment and satisfaction in her life despite the almost overwhelming trials and hardships of her circumstances. An enduring classic that continues to be in demand with readers since its first publication in 1955, Georgiana Molloy is a vivid and fascinating portrait of a remarkable woman.

First published 1955; biographical study with brief references to natives, at Augusta & Busselton; natives considered British subjects (1830s), hair dressing, relations with settlers, outlawing of Midgegoroo, Yagan & Munday; dislike of flowers in their hair; establishment of Protector of Natives (1840s) – murder of George Layman & surrounding events.

First Edition

• xi, 284 pages, 24 pages of plates : iillustrations, portraits, maps ; 23 cm
• Includes bibliographical references (pages 267-277) and index.
• Molloy, Georgiana, 1805-1843
• Botany — Western Australia
• Women pioneers — Western Australia — Biography
• Women botanists — Western Australia v Biography
• Frontier and pioneer life — Western Australia
• Western Australia — History
• Australian
• #300724 (no dustjacket)