The Titanic Story Of Evelyn

In *The Titanic Story of Evelyn* by Lisa Wilkinson, you’ll discover a riveting slice of Australian history woven into the most infamous maritime disaster of all. This narrative nonfiction tells the never-before-told true story of Evelyn Marsden, the only Australian to survive the sinking of the Titanic.

Raised in South Australia’s backblocks and driven by a fierce appetite for adventure, Evelyn trains as a nurse before taking to the oceans as a stewardess, chasing a bigger life through Europe, Africa and New York. When she secures a role on the Titanic’s maiden voyage, she boards alone—carrying hopes for the future, and a new love waiting elsewhere.

As the “unsinkable” ship meets catastrophe, Evelyn’s calm courage and practical skills come to the fore, illuminating both human error and human decency in a story built from meticulous research.

Perfect for readers of true stories, maritime history, and women’s lives shaped by ambition and grit. Add it to your shelf and meet an extraordinary woman history nearly forgot.