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The Summit of Her Ambition

Lawyer, feminist, environmentalist, mountaineer, Buddhist - the exceptional story of the first woman to practise law in New South Wales. Marie Byles Book"Anne McLeod's biography is frank and compelling in confronting all the diverse aspects of the life and work of this remarkable woman." The Hon. Elizabeth Evatt AC

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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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