The most recent book I've read is Ducks on the Pond by Anne Summers which is an autobiography from years 1945-1976. You may remember Anne Summers from your history textbook,as the woman who wrote Damned Whores and God's Police. An in depth look at the portrayal of women's role in Australian history.
Anne Summer was born in Adelaide to a catholic family, Anne discovered early on she had a passion for writing. After a Catholic School education, Anne realised she needed to escape her father. So moving out she began to work in a clerical work in Melbourne.
After a few years trying to start an independent life, Anne decides to go to Adelaide University. At university she discovers politics and participates in many demonstrations against the Vietnam war.
Moving to Sydney offers Anne many opportunities like joining the Push a group of like minded individuals. In the 1970's helps to establish Australia's first women's refuge Elsie. The book ends with death of her brother in 1976.
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Ha, ODD coincidence - in the TV show 'Buffy', Buffy was named Buffy Anne Summers.. I wonder if that was intentional? Hehehe, just thought I'd throw in some random, pointless (and your favourite - IRRELEVANT!) info in there for you, Vits :)
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