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Aboriginal Australians: First Nations of an Ancient Continent
Stephen Muecke
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Description for Aboriginal Australians: First Nations of an Ancient Continent
Paperback. This profusely illustrated book offers a comprehensive look at the social and cultural history of Aborigines from the origins to the present. Series: New Horizons S. Num Pages: 128 pages, 100 colour illus; 100 b&w illus. BIC Classification: 1MBF; HBTB; JFSL9. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 177 x 126 x 9. Weight in Grams: 206.
Here is a lively, vibrantly illustrated social and cultural history of the Aboriginal Australians, from their origins to the present day. The book explores the spiritual beliefs and Dreamings of the Indigenous people, their complex social structures and relationship with the land, and their struggle to survive the trials of colonization and forced assimilation. It also looks in depth at their massive cultural renaissance over the past four decades, with comprehensive coverage of the way in which Aboriginal art and literature have become flagships for Australian culture.
Here is a lively, vibrantly illustrated social and cultural history of the Aboriginal Australians, from their origins to the present day. The book explores the spiritual beliefs and Dreamings of the Indigenous people, their complex social structures and relationship with the land, and their struggle to survive the trials of colonization and forced assimilation. It also looks in depth at their massive cultural renaissance over the past four decades, with comprehensive coverage of the way in which Aboriginal art and literature have become flagships for Australian culture.
Product Details
Publisher
Thames & Hudson Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Series
New Horizons S.
Condition
New
Weight
199g
Number of Pages
128
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780500301142
SKU
V9780500301142
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 4 to 8 working days
Ref
99-2
About Stephen Muecke
Stephen Muecke is Professor of Ethnography at the University of New South Wales, Australia. He studied linguistics and semiotics, completing his PhD on storytelling techniques among Aboriginal people in Broome, Western Australia. Professor Adam Shoemaker is one of Australia's leading researchers in the area of Indigenous literature and culture.
Reviews for Aboriginal Australians: First Nations of an Ancient Continent
'An ideal resource for secondary students looking at indigenous cultures ... I found it fascinating' - School Library Association