{"title":"Alice Bilari Smith","description":"\u003cp\u003eDelve into the captivating world of Alice Bilari Smith, a writer whose works offer a profound glimpse into personal history and cultural heritage. Alice’s storytelling shines a light on the intricacies of life through her deeply personal narratives, making her a notable voice in the Biography \u0026amp; Memoir genre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of Alice Bilari Smith's acclaimed works, \u003cem\u003eUnder a Bilari Tree I Born\u003c\/em\u003e, weaves an engaging tapestry of her experiences, navigating the complexities of identity and heritage. Through this remarkable memoir, readers are invited into Alice's journey, bringing forth the profound connection between personal stories and broader cultural contexts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs an author, Alice excels at creating narratives that are not only educational but also immersive and heartfelt. Her books are essential for anyone interested in autobiographical works that explore themes of identity, memory, and cultural legacy with sincerity and grace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Alice Bilari Smith's collection to discover stories that resonate with authenticity and provide a deeper understanding of the human experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"under-a-bilari-tree-i-born-by-alice-bilari-smith-9781925162103","title":"Under a Bilari Tree I Born","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlice Bilari Smith lived in the Pilbara, on stations and in the bush, on government reserves and in towns. Narrowly avoiding removal from her family by 'the Welfare', life on the stations taught her to cook and launder, sew and clean, shoe horses, chop wood, and milk cows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs a young married woman, she added mustering, dingo scalping, shearers' assistant, and sheep-yard building to her skills. Alice also grew up in the ways of her country, hunting, cooking, and building in the traditional manner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs well as a large family of her own, Alice played an active role in caring for other Aboriginal children and initiated the establishment of a Homemakers Centre in Roebourne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is Alice's insightful and inspiring story - the story of a life that is remarkable and yet typical of Australia's strong country women.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnder a Bilari Tree I Born\u003c\/em\u003e is a testament to her resilience and dedication, offering a glimpse into a life rich with tradition and community spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46380307579116,"sku":"9781925162103","price":27.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/11946363482873.jpg?v=1744853313"},{"product_id":"under-a-bilari-tree-i-born-by-anna-vitenbergs-9781760995645","title":"Under a Bilari Tree I Born","description":"Released in a stunning new edition, this First Nations classic details the strength and resilience of women (particularly First Nations women) in regional Australia.\n\nThis groundbreaking publication brings to light the hidden experience of First Nations women in regional and remote Australia.\n\nNow available as a stunning new Indigenous Classic, Alice Bilari Smith's extraordinary journey embodies the strength and spirit of Australia's country women. Raised amidst the rugged beauty of the bush and the challenges of station life in the Pilbara, Alice mastered a range of skills, from cooking and sewing to mustering and dingo scalping. In Roebourne (the oldest town in the north west of Western Australia), Alice's commitment extended beyond her own children, as she played a pivotal role in establishing a Homemakers Centre for Aboriginal families. Alice was one of the indomitable women who shaped our communities, and who inspired others by their example.","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47289160270060,"sku":"9781760995645","price":40.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/a6b82fe07ac05735cc5596134632dcea.jpg?v=1770601342"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/alice-bilari-smith.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}