Stradbroke Dreamtime by Oodgeroo Noonuccal

"Stradbroke Dreamtime" is a collection of autobiographical stories and traditional Aboriginal tales that weave together the personal experiences of an Indigenous Australian woman with the cultural heritage of her people. The book offers a window into the author's childhood on Stradbroke Island, sharing memories of family life, the natural world, and the impact of colonialism. Alongside these reflections, the work preserves a number of Dreamtime stories, which are central to Aboriginal spirituality and identity, passing on the wisdom and traditions of her ancestors through narratives that celebrate the connection between the land and its inhabitants.

The 3451st greatest book of all time


Published
1972
Nationality
Australian
Type
Nonfiction
Pages
Unknown
Words
Unknown
Original Language
English

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