![]() ![]() She had her own review column in the New Zealand Herald for 25 years. Since coming to New Zealand in 1967 she has taught at Colleges of Education and at the Continuing Education Department of the University of Auckland. '… this biography will continue to be a valuable and readable companion volume.' Jean Garner, Weekend Pressīetty Gilderdale has an Honours degree in English from London University. 'This is a beautifully written and produced book about a fascinating subject.' Vicki Price, Daily News The Seven Lives of Lady Barker is a full account of the rich and turbulent life of this extraordinary woman. ![]() ![]() Lady Barker wrote books for children and adults based upon her experiences, and is perhaps best known for Station Life in New Zealand, republished by Vintage in 2000. ![]() Momentous historical events of the period, such as the Indian Mutiny (Revolt) and the Zulu Wars, all directly impacted upon her personal life and resulted in huge domestic upheavals. This compelling biography of Lady Mary Anne Barker is a fascinating account of a Victorian woman who, through the course of her life, lived in England, India, New Zealand, South Africa, Mauritius, Australia and Trinidad.īetty Gilderdale captures the rich variety of Lady Barker's life, from military outposts in India, to pioneer adventure in rural Canterbury. The Seven Lives of Lady Barker Betty Gilderdale (Also available as an ebook)Ģ28 x 152mm, B&W photos & illustrations throughout ![]()
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