{"title":"Shauna Bostock","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the enlightening works of Shauna Bostock, an acclaimed author who skilfully brings history to life. Her collection is perfect for those with a keen interest in historical events and military history. Bostock's compelling narratives, such as her insightful book \u003cem\u003eReaching Through Time\u003c\/em\u003e, offer readers a vivid journey into the past, effectively bridging the gap between eras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBostock's writing is characterised by meticulous research and a profound understanding of her subjects, making her books indispensable for history enthusiasts and scholars alike. Her ability to weave factual accuracy with engaging storytelling ensures a captivating experience that both informs and inspires.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDive into Shauna Bostock's collection to uncover the intricacies of history, and gain a deeper appreciation for the events and figures that shaped our world. Her works are an essential addition to any history buff's library, promising both educational value and an engrossing read.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"reaching-through-time-by-shauna-bostock-9781761067983","title":"Reaching Through Time","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinner of the Community and Regional History Prize in the 2024 NSW Premier's History Awards\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShortlisted for the 2024 Mark \u0026amp; Evette Moran Nib Literary Award\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe phone rang unexpectedly, late one night. 'Guess who our white ancestors were?' chuckled Uncle Gerry. 'They were slave traders! A couple of generations of slave traders!'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter this startling revelation, Shauna wanted to find out more. She discovered her ancestor Robert Bostock arrived in Sydney in 1815 after being convicted of slave trading in Africa, and his grandson Augustus John married Bundjalung woman One My. Battling restrictions on access to government archives, Shauna gradually pieced together her family's stories of dispossession and frontier violence; life on reserves under the harsh regime of the Aborigines Protection Board; a cricket match with Bradman; activism and arts in Redfern; and a surprising reconciliation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eReaching Through Time\u003c\/i\u003e reveals the cataclysmic impact of colonisation on Aboriginal families, and how this ripples through to the present. It also shows how family research can bring a deeper understanding and healing of the wounds in our history. Shauna writes, 'I am a proud Aboriginal woman who has always wanted to make a stronger connection to my cultural heritage. I experienced an inner yearning to find out about my ancestors and what they experienced in life. This is the story of my journey.'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Compelling and courageous truth-telling.' - \u003cb\u003eDr Jackie Huggins AM, historian and author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'This brilliantly researched, difficult-to-put-down history demonstrates how five generations of a multi-talented Aboriginal family made their worlds anew.' - \u003cb\u003eProfessor Ann McGrath AM\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Children stolen, homes resumed, authorities spying, ASIO snooping. Bostock's family has it all - yet she can still see the funny side. This is why we need family histories. This is why we need truth-telling.' - \u003cb\u003eProfessor Peter Read AM\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Erased from history, dispossessed, forgotten - her ancestors came alive in the archives as if they had been waiting for someone to find them there, to tell their stories.' - \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Guardian\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eReaching Through Time\u003c\/i\u003e is the epitome of Indigenous family life writing... Bostock's storytelling is engaging and compassionate. She has invited us into her family's conversations and into the kitchens and loungerooms of her family's homes.' - \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eAustralian Book Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46849925710060,"sku":"9781761067983","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/28066773482814.jpg?v=1759062747"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/shauna-bostock.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}