Exhaustively researched and beautifully written, Wilkinson’s first work of historical non-fiction uncovers Evelyn’s remarkable and uniquely Australian journey.

Lisa Wilkinson will appear in conversation with Amy Remeikis, where she shares the powerful story of a courageous woman whose legacy deserves to be remembered. 

Book signings will be available in the foyer following the discussion.

This event is in partnership with Canberra Writers Festival.

About The Titanic Story of Evelyn

An epic and untold true story. The Titanic Story of Evelyn reveals the extraordinary life of Evelyn Marsden, a brave Australian nurse and the only Australian-born survivor of the Titanic disaster. Through Evelyn’s eyes, this unforgettable story captures both the best and worst of humanity on one of the most tragic nights in modern history.

When the Titanic sank, Evelyn was not only a survivor - she was a hero. Amid the chaos and terror, she worked tirelessly to help others reach safety, placing herself at the heart of one of the world’s greatest maritime tragedies.
 

About Lisa Wilkinson AM

Lisa Wilkinson AM is one of Australia's most well-known, admired and respected media identities. An early groundbreaking publishing career, Lisa was the youngest ever editor of a national magazine, Dolly, at the age of 21. Then she spent ten years as editor of the iconic and bestselling Cleo magazine, which led to a stunning television success story for one of Australia's most accomplished journalists.

Following over a decade as co-host of the Nine Network's Today Show in 2017, Lisa accepted a new challenge by joining the Ten Network as host of its prime-time award-winning news and current affairs program, The Project. Currently focused on her writing, Lisa is married to journalist and bestselling author Peter FitzSimons. They have three children.

About Amy Remeikis

Amy Remeikis is the Chief Political Analyst at The Australia Institute and a contributing editor for The New Daily. She is renowned for her incisive political commentary and extensive experience as a journalist, author and former political reporter for Guardian Australia.

Amy regularly appears in national media and is noted for her powerful writing on gender, politics and social justice. She is the author of On Reckoning and Where It All Went Wrong. In July, she will publish her third book Screw Nice: How the politics of civility shuts us up.