Ethel Turner
Born: 01-01-1870
Ethel Turner was an acclaimed Australian author best known for her classic children's novel, "Seven Little Australians," published in 1894. Born in England in 1870, she moved to Australia as a child. Turner's works often explore themes of family and childhood, capturing the spirit of Australian life. Her contributions to children's literature remain influential, making her a beloved figure in the genre.
Book summaries for books written by Ethel Turner
Quotes
It's no use denying it, we're a shocking family!
The trouble with me is that I'm not a model child. I'm a trial.
It's so deliciously thrilling to be wicked.
You're a queer, half-witted lot, but I'm fond of you, for all that.
They always say that every little helps, but it doesn't.
I want to be bad for a little while. I've been good for six whole days.
The worst of being in love is that you get so soft.
There's no fool like an old fool, and I'm an old fool.
You can't be good and bad at the same time.
One can't help loving one's own children, even if they're bad.
I'm afraid I'm not a very good mother. I always feel as though I'm only masquerading.
It's so much easier to be kind than to be unkind.