Lizard Island: The journey of Mary Watson

This stunning visual narrative recounts one of Australia's most extraordinary survival stories — Mary Watson's ill-fated 1881 voyage from Lizard Island with her infant son and a Chinese servant. Through archival photographs, maps, and Watson's own diary entries, this deeply moving work blends art and history to illuminate a tale of courage, desperation, and colonial isolation. Perfect for readers drawn to Australian maritime history, visual storytelling, and the untold stories of frontier women.