Aboriginal Australians

First Nations of an Ancient Continent

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Stephen Muecke, Adam Shoemaker

Description

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.

Additional information

Weight 200 g
Dimensions 12.3 x 17.9 cm
Publisher name Thames and Hudson Ltd
Publication date 28 October 2004
Number of pages 128
Format Paperback / softback
Dimensions 12.3 x 17.9 cm
Weight 200 g

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.