'An ideal resource for secondary students looking at indigenous cultures … I found it fascinating' - School Library Association
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.
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This profusely illustrated book offers a comprehensive look at the social and cultural history of Aborigines from the origins to the present.
1. The Last Continent; 2. A Culture Celebrating Life; 3. An Empty Land? 4. We Have Survived!
A vibrantly illustrated social and cultural history of the Aboriginal Australians, from their origins to the present
Produktdetaljer
ISBN
9780500301142
Publisert
2004-09-27
Utgiver
Thames & Hudson Ltd
Vekt
200 gr
Høyde
177 mm
Bredde
125 mm
Aldersnivå
G, 01
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
128