My People

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By Oodgeroo

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My People by Oodgeroo is a profound collection that explores the cultural heritage and history of Indigenous Australians. Through expressive poetry and essays, Oodgeroo shares insights into the traditions, struggles, and resilience of her people, offering readers a vivid portrayal of Indigenous life and cultural pride. This book is a vital piece of Australian literature that aims to foster understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal culture.
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You might enjoy this book if you are fascinated by the rich heritage of Aboriginal culture and history. It offers a poignant and insightful exploration of identity, tradition, and the struggles of the Aboriginal people through evocative poetry and prose. Ideal for those interested in understanding and appreciating Indigenous perspectives in the arts and culture landscape.

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My People

Oodgeroo’s writing holds a unique place in Australian literature. When her poetry was first published in the 1960s, Kath Walker, as she was known then, provided a brave new voice for marginalised Aboriginal Australians. For the first time, an Aboriginal Australian was analysing and judging white Australians as well as her own people. She often made provocative and passionate pleas for justice:

We want hope, not racialism,
Brotherhood, not ostracism,
Black advance, not white ascendance:
Make us equals, not dependants.

This collection of poetry and prose is a reminder of Oodgeroo’s contribution to Indigenous culture and the journey toward reconciliation. All Australians should be proud of this poet who dedicated her life to her people and her land.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780730391081

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Australia Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 November 2020

Country: Australia

Imprint: John Wiley & Sons Australia Ltd

Edition: 5th edition

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 1.0mm

Width: 14.0mm

Height: 22.0mm

Weight: 170g

Pages: 144

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About the Author

Author, poet and illustrator Oodgeroo, of the tribe Noonuccal, was born in 1920 on North Stradbroke Island in Queensland. Formerly known as Kath Walker, she lived and worked for most of her life, working tirelessly on behalf of Aboriginal people. She died in 1993.

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