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Benang
From the Heart
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Harley, a man of Nyoongar ancestry, finds himself at a difficult point in the history of his country, family and self. As the apparently successful outcome of his white grandfather's enthusiastic attempts to isolate and breed the 'first white man born', he wants to be a failure.
But would such failure mean his Nyoongar ancestors could label him a success? And how can the attempted genocide represented by his family history be told?
Benang is a profound exploration of identity, race, and ancestral legacy in the face of historical attempts to erase and redefine the past.
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Benang has been widely praised for its mature and complex narrative, reminiscent of the works of acclaimed authors like Rushdie and Carey. It's celebrated as a gripping historical novel that breaks the silence on significant issues with an impactful and emotional storytelling style. The novel is also noted for its poignant exploration of Australia's colonial past, earning it multiple prestigious awards.
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ISBN: 9781925164442
Publisher: Fremantle Press
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 27 February 2017
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Fremantle Arts Centre Press
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 37.0mm
Width: 136.0mm
Height: 185.0mm
Weight: 510g
Pages: 500
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About the Author
Kim Scott is a descendant of people living along the south coast of Western Australia prior to colonisation, and is proud to be one among those who call themselves Noongar. Kim began writing for publication when he became a teacher of English. He is currently based at Curtin University in Western Australia as Professor of Writing, in the School of Media, Culture and Creative Arts. Kim's most recent novel, That Deadman Dance, is also a Miles Franklin Award winner.
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