Growing Up Aboriginal in Australia

Growing Up Aboriginal in Australia

By Anita Heiss

Pages

320

Rating

4.31

Year

2018

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Description

What is it like to grow up Aboriginal in Australia? This anthology, compiled by Anita Heiss, showcases many diverse voices, experiences and stories in order to answer that question. Accounts from well-known authors and high-profile identities sit alongside those from newly discovered writers of all ages. All of the contributors speak from the heart — sometimes calling for empathy, oftentimes challenging stereotypes, always demanding respect.

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.

Childhood stories of family, country and belonging. This groundbreaking collection will enlighten, inspire and educate about the lives of Aboriginal people in Australia today.

Endorsements

Award-winning author Anita Heiss.

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