This volume serves as a curated archival record of the daily life and creative output of May Gibbs, the celebrated Australian children's author and illustrator. The text provides a chronological window into the professional and personal habits of an artist whose work defined a specific era of Australian cultural identity. By presenting entries from the year 1994, the book functions as a retrospective tool for scholars and enthusiasts to examine the enduring legacy of her iconic characters and artistic style.

This collection is regarded as a specialized resource for those interested in the archival history of Australian literature and illustration. The material provides a focused, clinical look at the maintenance of a significant cultural legacy through the lens of a commemorative diary format.