Kate Kelly: The True Story of Ned Kelly's Little Sister by Rebecca Wilson

Discover the remarkable life of Kate Kelly, the younger sister of Australia's most infamous bushranger, Ned Kelly. In Kate Kelly: The True Story of Ned Kelly's Little Sister, journalist Rebecca Wilson explores the life of a woman whose story has often been overshadowed by her brother's notorious legacy.

Growing up in nineteenth-century Victoria, Kate belonged to a family whose struggles with poverty, authority and the law placed them at the centre of one of Australia's most enduring historical legends. While Ned became famous for his clashes with the police and his eventual execution, Kate's own life followed a different and often overlooked path.

Through historical investigation and storytelling, Wilson examines Kate's family relationships, the turbulent events surrounding the Kelly gang and the challenges faced by women living in colonial Australia. The book invites readers to look beyond the familiar bushranger legend and consider the experiences of the people whose lives were shaped by it.

Combining Australian history, biography and true-crime interest, this book offers a fresh perspective on the Kelly family and the social conditions of their time. It is an engaging choice for readers interested in Ned Kelly, Australian colonial history, historical biographies and the untold stories of women connected to famous historical figures.

Product Information

Book Title: Kate Kelly: The True Story of Ned Kelly's Little Sister
Author: Rebecca Wilson
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Imprint: Allen & Unwin
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Genre: Biography, Australian History, True Crime, Historical Nonfiction
Publication Date: 1 October 2019
Pages: 320
ISBN-13: 9781760879679

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who was Kate Kelly?

A: Kate Kelly was the younger sister of Ned Kelly, the Australian bushranger whose life and crimes became part of Australian folklore.

Q: Who wrote Kate Kelly: The True Story of Ned Kelly's Little Sister?

A: The book was written by Rebecca Wilson, an Australian journalist and author.

Q: What makes this book interesting for history readers?

A: It explores a lesser-known perspective on the Kelly family and the historical events surrounding one of Australia's most famous bushranger stories.

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