Tony Birch

Tony Birch is an Indigenous Australian author, academic, and activist known for his works exploring themes of identity, history, and social justice. He has published several acclaimed novels and short story collections, including 'Blood' and 'The White Girl'.

Books

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  1. 1. The White Girl

    Cover of 'The White Girl' by Tony Birch

    "The White Girl" is a poignant narrative that explores the struggles and resilience of an Aboriginal woman, Odette Brown, who is raising her spirited granddaughter, Sissy, in a small Australian town during the era of the oppressive Protection Acts. These laws grant the government control over the lives of Indigenous people. The story intensifies when a new, menacing local policeman threatens to remove Sissy from Odette's care, fearing that her heritage will lead her to a life of disadvantage. Determined to protect her granddaughter from being taken into state custody, Odette embarks on a desperate journey to secure Sissy's safety and preserve their familial bonds against the backdrop of systemic racism and discrimination.

    The 9278th Greatest Book of All Time