{"title":"John Moriarty","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection dedicated to the works of \u003cem\u003eJohn Moriarty\u003c\/em\u003e, an author renowned for his insightful narratives and deep connection with history and culture. A celebrated voice in the realms of history and military literature, Moriarty captivates readers with a blend of enthralling storytelling and meticulous research.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his notable works, \u003cstrong\u003eSaltwater Fella\u003c\/strong\u003e, offers an engaging exploration that delves into unique experiences and perspectives. This book, along with others in John Moriarty's collection, provides readers with an enriching journey through historical narratives and cultural insights, making it a valuable addition to any history enthusiast's collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJohn Moriarty's ability to intertwine personal experiences with larger historical contexts makes his stories not only informative but also deeply engaging. Explore our collection today to discover the profound and captivating world woven by John Moriarty.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"saltwater-fella-by-john-moriarty-9780522881103","title":"Saltwater Fella","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYears later, when I found my mother, I asked, ‘Why did you let me go?’ My mother told me, in a very soft voice, ‘My son, you were going to school. I took you to school every day ... then I went to pick you up this day and you were gone.’\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJohn Moriarty was born to his Yanyuwa mother Kathleen Murrmayibinya and Irish father John Moriarty in Borroloola in the Gulf of Carpentaria, Northern Territory. At the age of four, as part of assimilationist policies, he was stolen from his family and placed in a children’s home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSaltwater Fella\u003c\/em\u003e is Moriarty’s story of a childhood surviving harsh routines and poverty, hunger, and racism in church institutions. It is about finding out who he is through his soccer skills and the start of a long career in advocacy for Aboriginal rights and self-determination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMoriarty’s search for his place in the world takes him from his saltwater people to co-founding an internationally acclaimed Aboriginal design company that would put the stirringly beautiful \u003cem\u003eWunala Dreaming\u003c\/em\u003e Qantas jet in the sky. Fired by the injustices around him, Moriarty made it his life’s mission to advocate for the rights of Aboriginal people, from the successful 1967 referendum for voting rights and citizenship, through to education and decent jobs. Through his tireless work in aiding others to find their voice, he discovered his own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSaltwater Fella\u003c\/em\u003e tells that story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46841634455788,"sku":"9780522881103","price":59.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/3945573482374.jpg?v=1758728263"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/john-moriarty.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}