About this Event
You're invited to a special event to celebrate the most remarkable true story you've never heard: the only Australian-born survivor of the sinking of the Titanic.
Evelyn Marsden was a nurse and a champion rower who grew up in South Australia and longed to see the world. In The Titanic Story of Evelyn, Lisa Wilkinson AM reveals for the first time the heroism of this brave young woman, who not only survived but helped countless others to safety.
Enjoy dinner, wine and the beautiful setting of Centennial Vineyards Restaurant as we celebrate this impeccably researched and superbly written new book that brings together the incredible drama of the sinking of the Titanic and Evelyn Marsden's uniquely Australian story.
Guests may also take part in an audience Q&A and meet Lisa at our book-signing.
About The Titanic Story of Evelyn
The never-before-told true tale of the only Australian-born survivor of the Titanic, The Titanic Story of Evelyn is the story of a brave young Australian nurse who wanted to see the world, fell in love and then almost lost it all in one of the greatest maritime tragedies the world has ever known. And yet somehow, few Australians know anything of Evelyn's existence, the courageous role she played in the hours after the Titanic was fatally hit by an iceberg, or the heartwarming love story behind it all that, even now, lives on.
Lisa Wilkinson's exhaustively researched and superbly written new book brings together the incredible drama of the sinking of the Titanic and Evelyn Marsden's own extraordinary, uniquely Australian story. It is a tale that will ensure the world will fall in love with this heroic young woman from South Australia.
About Lisa Wilkinson
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 Dolly magazine, then spent 10 years as editor of the iconic and bestselling Cleo magazine - 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.
More about the event
Tickets include dinner - one course and a glass of wine.
Our guest will sign books on the night.
If you have food or seating requests, please let us know at least a week before the event by emailing [email protected] - after that time, we might not be able to accommodate you request.
If you are unable to attend this event but would like a signed copy of one of our guest's books, please call The Bookshop Bowral on 02 4862 1634 to place your order. We can even arrange to have a book dedicated to you or a friend.
Agenda
Arrive, enjoy a glass of wine and take your seat
Short welcome remarks from The Bookshop Bowral
Dinner. One course is included. You may also order sides and dessert
Our guest is introduced and takes the stage
Questions from the audience
Book signing
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Centennial Vineyards Restaurant, 252 Centennial Road, Bowral, Australia
AUD 75.00
