The Australian Daughters of Mary Aikenhead: A Century of Charity 1838-1938 by John H. Cullen documents the first hundred years of the Sisters of Charity in Australia. It highlights their arrival in 1838 to assist convict women, their pioneering healthcare (St Vincent's), education, and social work in Australia. The book serves as a historical record of the dedication, struggles, and achievements of the religious women who significantly contributed to social welfare in Australia over that century.