The Family at Misrule, published in 1895 by Australian author Ethel Turner, is a children's novel and a sequel to Seven Little Australians. The story centers on the Woolcot family, particularly the eldest sister Meg, as she navigates the challenges of sibling dynamics and the pressures of growing up in a lively household. The narrative explores themes of family, obedience, and the trials of childhood against the backdrop of 19th century Australia, highlighting the humorous yet poignant struggles of the children under their father's strict discipline.
