Taken as a whole, the book provides a salutary lesson, for all Australians who care to listen, on the. Contributors include- Tony Birch, Deborah Cheetham, Adam Goodes, Terri Janke, Patrick Johnson, Ambelin Kwaymullina, Jack Latimore, Celeste Liddle, Amy McQuire, Kerry Reed-Gilbert, Miranda Tapsell, Jared Thomas, Aileen Walsh, Alexis West, Tara June Winch, and many, many more. Heiss’ anthology, Growing up Aboriginal in Australia, which contains 50 stories by indigenous Australians on their experience of growing up indigenous in this so-called lucky country of ours, contributes to this informal truth-telling.
This groundbreaking collection will enlighten, inspire and educate about the lives of Aboriginal people in Australia today. All of the contributors speak from the heart - sometimes calling for empathy, oftentimes challenging stereotypes, always demanding respect. Dr Anita Heiss is the author of non-fiction, historical fiction, commercial womens fiction, poetry, social commentary and travel articles. Accounts from well-known authors and high-profile identities sit alongside those from newly discovered writers of all ages. Growing Up Aboriginal in Australia (16pt Large Print Edition) 630. Indigenous Australia | Indigenous AustraliaĬhildhood stories of family, country and belonging What is it like to grow up Aboriginal in Australia? This anthology, compiled by award-winning author Anita Heiss, showcases many diverse voices, experiences and stories in order to answer that question.
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