Marlo Morgan
Marlo Morgan is an American author, best known for her controversial book 'Mutant Message Down Under,' which she initially presented as a factual account of her experiences in Australia but later reclassified as a work of fiction. The book describes a spiritual odyssey through the Australian Outback during which she claims to have lived with a group of Indigenous Australians. Her work has been both popular and criticized, particularly by Australian Aboriginal groups.
Books
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1. Mutant Message Down Under
The book is a fictional account presented as a true story about an American woman's spiritual odyssey through the Australian Outback. Accompanied by a group of Aboriginal people, she embarks on a four-month-long walkabout, during which she learns about their culture, beliefs, and connection to the land. The journey is transformative, challenging her Western values and perspectives as she gains insights into the wisdom and customs of her hosts. The narrative explores themes of environmentalism, spirituality, and the clash between modern civilization and traditional ways of life.
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