100 Years of Charmian Clift: A Life and Legacy with Kate Forsyth

The legacy of Australian writer Charmian Clift has come increasingly into focus. A trailblazer for women in the male-dominated world of journalism whose novels, essays, and memoirs were marked by their lyrical prose and fearless honesty. Clift remains a source of inspiration for many writers - especially women. She was the nexus of the famous artistic community on the small island of Hydra, where she lived with her family during the 1950s and 60s. Her works from this time, Mermaid Singing and Peel Me a Lotus, beautifully capture the essence of the Greek landscape, its people and their struggles, and offer readers profound insights into her own experiences. These works, along with Clift’s own life, continue to captivate audiences today and contribute to the ongoing allure of Greece, and above all Hydra, as a literary and cultural destination.

To celebrate the 100th anniversary of Charmian Clift’s birth, join award-winning author and…