{"title":"Kuckles","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Kuckles, an author whose works resonate with vivid storytelling and rich cultural insights. Known for the evocative masterpiece \u003cem\u003eBran Nue Dae\u003c\/em\u003e, Kuckles offers readers an enthralling journey into the heart of Australian arts and culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMuch more than a conventional narrative, Kuckles' work is celebrated for its rhythmic blend of storytelling and music, reflecting the vibrant tapestry of Aboriginal experiences. Through his writing, Kuckles provides an engaging exploration of identity and heritage, underpinned by humour and warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a fan of arts and culture or simply in search of a unique literary voice, Kuckles' collection promises to enrich your reading experience with its distinctive flair and heartfelt authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDive into the pages of Kuckles' works and immerse yourself in stories that capture the spirit and diversity of Australia like never before.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bran-nue-dae-by-jimmy-chi-9781925936384","title":"Bran Nue Dae","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eBran Nue Dae\u003c\/i\u003e took Australia by storm when it premiered at the Perth International Arts Festival in 1990, followed by national tours. It won the prestigious Sidney Myer Performing Arts Award and was highly commended in the Human Rights awards the same year. In 1991, the book won the Special Award in the WA Premier’s Book Awards. A film adaptation was released in 2009.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSet in the 1960s—the era of assimilation, the Vietnam war, Land Rights, the White Australia policy, and the 1967 Referendum—it is a partly autobiographical story, one shared by many of Chi’s era. Homesick Willy is expelled from his Catholic boarding school in Perth and embarks on the long road-trip home to Broome and Djarindjin, with a crew of irreverent, larger-than-life characters. He is in search of identity, love, and belonging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn the surface, a simple story, \u003ci\u003eBran Nue Dae\u003c\/i\u003e explores darker truths of the era from an Aboriginal perspective. As Jimmy Chi once said, \"The naked truth is ugly, but when he’s dressed in the fine clothes of the parable, then he becomes acceptable.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47076332994796,"sku":"9781925936384","price":34.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/873aaede23737bada948ae29b760ef2c_3e798eab-fd9d-4ae1-88a6-ecf52bb79d0f.jpg?v=1765221287"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/kuckles.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}