The Tin Ticket: The Heroic Journey of Australia's Convict Women

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Book Synopsis: Historian Deborah J. Swiss tells the heartbreaking, horrifying, and ultimately triumphant story of the women exiled from the British Isles and forced into slavery and savagery-who created the most liberated society of their time.

Agnes McMillan and Janet Houston were convicted for shoplifting. Bridget Mulligan stole a bucket of milk; Widow Ludlow Tedder, eleven spoons. For their crimes, they would be sent not to jail, but to ships teeming with other female convicts. Tin tickets, stamped with numbers, were hung around the women's necks, and the ships set out to carry them to their new home: Van Diemen's Land, later known as Tasmania, part of the British Empire's crown jewel, Australia. Men outnumbered women nine to one there, and few "proper" citizens were interested in emigrating. The deportation of thousands of petty criminals-the vast majority nonviolent first offenders-provided a convenient solution for the government.

Crossing Shark-infested waters, some died in shipwrecks during the four-month journey, or succumbed to infections and were sent to a watery grave. Others were impregnated against their will by their captors. They arrived as nothing more than property. But incredibly, as the years passed, they managed not only to endure their privation and pain but to thrive on their own terms, breaking the chains of bondage, and forging a society that treated women as equals and led the world in women's rights.

The Tin Ticket takes us to the dawn of the nineteenth century and into the lives of Agnes McMillan, whose defiance and resilience carried her to a far more dramatic rebellion; Agnes's best friend Janet Houston, who rescued her from the Glasgow wynds and was also transported to Van Diemen's Land; Ludlow Tedder, forced to choose just one of her four children to accompany her to the other side of the world; Bridget Mulligan, who gave birth to a line of powerful women stretching to the present day. It also tells the tale of Elizabeth Gurney Fry, a Quaker reformer who touched all their lives. Ultimately, it is the story of women discarded by their homeland and forgotten by history-who, by sheer force of will, become the heart and soul of a new nation.

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The Tin Ticket: The Heroic Journey of Australia's Convict Women - A Gripping Tale of Triumph Against Adversity

Discover the incredible true story of the women who defied all odds and created a society that led the world in women's rights. Historian Deborah J. Swiss brings you a heart-wrenching and inspiring account of the convict women exiled from the British Isles to Van Diemen's Land. Experience their unforgettable journey through treacherous waters, their struggle against unimaginable hardships, and their ultimate triumph in breaking the chains of bondage.

Uncover the Hidden Heroines of History

Join us on a captivating journey to the dawn of the nineteenth century, where Agnes McMillan, Janet Houston, Ludlow Tedder, Bridget Mulligan, and Elizabeth Gurney Fry come alive. These incredible women, discarded by their homeland and forgotten by history, defied their fate to become the heart and soul of a new nation. Be amazed by their resilience, their power, and their lasting impact on women's rights. The Tin Ticket is a testament to their indomitable spirit and a must-read for anyone who seeks inspiration from extraordinary tales of triumph against adversity.

The Tin Ticket - The Untold Story of Australia's First Feminists

Delve into the shadows of our past and uncover the remarkable story of the women who forged a new society that treated women as equals. Men outnumbered women nine to one in the hostile land of Van Diemen's Land, but that did not deter these brave women from defying societal norms and shaping a world where women's rights were paramount. Through the vivid narratives of Agnes McMillan, Janet Houston, Ludlow Tedder, Bridget Mulligan, and Elizabeth Gurney Fry, discover a forgotten chapter in history that echoes empowerment, resilience, and the power of unity.

Experience the Triumph of the Human Spirit

Step into the shoes of the women who faced abject cruelty, suffering, and despair, and emerged victoriously against all odds. The Tin Ticket chronicles their harrowing journey across shark-infested waters, their struggle to survive in a land far from home, and their ultimate transformation into a force that defied expectations and societal norms. Witness the power of resilience, love, friendship, and the unyielding determination that led these extraordinary women to create a society that cherished and championed women's rights.

Experience the Riveting True Story of Australia's Extraordinary Founders

Don't miss the chance to embark on an unforgettable journey alongside Agnes McMillan, Janet Houston, Ludlow Tedder, Bridget Mulligan, and Elizabeth Gurney Fry. These women not only defied the stigma of their convict past but became the pioneers of a new nation, laying the foundation for an egalitarian society that fought for gender equality. Immerse yourself in their extraordinary stories of resilience, endurance, and the relentless pursuit of freedom. Grab your copy of The Tin Ticket and witness the birth of a nation shaped by the courage and determination of its remarkable matriarchs.

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