Indigenous Australia For Dummies by Larissa Behrendt


ISBN
9780730390275
Published
Binding
Paperback
Pages
508
Dimensions
150 x 250mm

A comprehensive, relevant, and accessible look at all aspects of Indigenous Australian history and culture 

What is The Dreaming? How many different Indigenous tribes and languages once existed in Australia? What is the purpose of a corroboree? What effect do the events of the past have on Indigenous peoples today??Indigenous Australia For Dummies, Second Edition answers these questions and countless others about the oldest race on Earth. It explores Indigenous life in Australia before 1770, the impact of white settlement, the ongoing struggle by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to secure their human rights and equal treatment under the law, and much more. 

Celebrating the contributions of Indigenous people to contemporary Australian culture, the book explores Indigenous art, music, dance, literature, film, sport, and spirituality. It discusses the concept of modern Indigenous identity and examines the ongoing challenges facing Indigenous communities today, from health and housing to employment and education, land rights, and self-determination. 


Explores significant political momentssdash;such as Paul Keating's Redfern Speech and Kevin Rudd's apology, and more 
Profiles celebrated people and organisations in a variety of fields, from Cathy Freeman to Albert Namatjira to the Bangarra Dance Theatre and the National Aboriginal Radio Service 
Challenges common stereotypes about Indigenous people and discusses current debates, such as a land rights and inequalities in health and education 

Now in its second edition, this book will enlighten readers of all backgrounds about the history, struggles and triumphs of the diverse, proud, and fascinating peoples that make up Australia's Indigenous communities. With a foreword by Stan Grant, Indigenous Australia For Dummies, Second Edition is a must-read account of Australiaasquo;s first people.  
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