Travelling to Tomorrow: The Modern Women Who Sparked Australia's Romance with America - Paperback

by Yves Rees (Author)

Untold stories of Australian women who shaped the nation's relationship with America.

A century ago, ten Australian women defied convention and crossed the Pacific to make their mark in the United States. From a celebrity decorator and a single mother advising JFK to a Christian nudist, these women sparked Australia's romance with America years before politicians followed suit.

Travelling to Tomorrow unearths the extraordinary lives of these rebels, trailblazers, and disruptors, revealing their profound impact on Australian history. Discover how these women:

• Reoriented Australia towards the United States
• Challenged gender roles and societal expectations
• Imported new ideas and innovations in various fields

This is a story of ambition, cultural exchange, and the enduring power of individual women to shape the course of history. Perfect for readers interested in Australian history, women's studies, and the untold stories of remarkable lives.

Author Biography

Yves Rees (they/them) is a writer, historian and podcaster based on unceded Wurundjeri land. Yves is a Senior Lecturer in History at La Trobe University, the co-host of Archive Fever history podcast (with Clare Wright), and author of the memoir All About Yves: Notes from a Transition. They are also co-editor of Nothing to Hide: Voices of Trans and Gender Diverse Australia.