The Spirited Life of Marie Byles

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When the sun was shining in winter Marie preferred to work outside.

Berangie Chambers under construction in Eastwood (1956)

Marie's kuti at Maha Bodhi Meditation Centre (1957).

U Thein, Vipassana meditation teacher.

Marie and Sarana travelling by bullock wagon to Sagain Hills (1957).

Marie showing respect for Burmese monks.

Tenko San the founder of Ittoen community.

Marie with Ayako returning from cleaning toilets shows the strain.

Marie lived and slept on Ahimsa's verandah.

Recent Posts

“Anne McLeod has crafted a highly readable book about a truly inspiring woman who was ahead of her time. Solicitors will be impressed by the story of Byles’ incredible determination to break down barriers.” Law Society Journal of NSW.
A History of Women in the Legal Profession in NSW
Lawyers with depression – insights into maintaining mental health
Women’s Legal Status Act (NSW) 1918
Mt Sansato expedition 1938

Quote from Marie Byles

"There is something in the contact between the human being and nature which is very hard to explain, but as you lie on Mother Earth and look up at the stars, the life force seems to bring a new health to your tired limbs and worried mind." Marie Byles

Recent Posts

“Anne McLeod has crafted a highly readable book about a truly inspiring woman who was ahead of her time. Solicitors will be impressed by the story of Byles’ incredible determination to break down barriers.” Law Society Journal of NSW.
A History of Women in the Legal Profession in NSW
Lawyers with depression – insights into maintaining mental health
Women’s Legal Status Act (NSW) 1918
Mt Sansato expedition 1938

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