Collection: Adult Non Fiction - Indigenous

From exploitation to independence this is a story of resilience that needed to be told. Marty Dodd's experiences and philosophy make a worthwhile addition to the growing literature of Aboriginal autobiography. As told in his own words, this is a remarkable story.

This book acknowledges the rescues of thousands of colonists by Aboriginal people from life threatening situations such as bush fires, floods, shipwrecks and being lost in the bush. It pays tribute to their knowledge, mercy and courage they showed by freely rescuing the invaders who sought to occ...

The story of Oodgeroo Noonuccal's (Kath Walker's) relationships with several members of the Cilento family, and the life story of her son, Vivian Walker. Vivian's biological father was Rafe Cilento, eldest son of Sir Raphael and Lady Phyllis Cilento, but he wasn't openly acknowledged by his pater...