Stradbroke Dreamtime

Name: Stradbroke Dreamtime
Brand: Arotahi Agency
SKU: 9780207198656
Price: 39.99 NZD
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By Oodgeroo Nunukul and B Bancroft

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Summary

Stradbroke Dreamtime by Oodgeroo Nunukul and B Bancroft is a compelling collection of Aboriginal stories and personal reflections. The book offers insights into the Indigenous Australian experience through tales that blend traditional myths with the author's own childhood memories on North Stradbroke Island. Captivating illustrations enrich the narrative, making it both a poignant and educational read for children.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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Stradbroke Dreamtime

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You might enjoy this book if you are interested in exploring Aboriginal culture and storytelling through captivating tales and beautiful illustrations. Offering a blend of myth, legend, and personal reflection, it is perfect for readers who appreciate rich narratives and cultural insight. It’s an engaging read for children and adults alike who are curious about Australian Indigenous heritage.

A new edition of this classic title.

Description

Stradbroke Dreamtime is a collection of 27 short stories, ideal for reading in class, from acclaimed Aboriginal author Oodgeroo. The stories are traditional Aboriginal tales from Stradbroke Island, the Tambourine Mountains, and from the Old and New Dreamtime.

This bright, beautiful, and unique colour illustrated book is paired with Dreamtime tales just for younger readers.

Notable, Children's Book Council Book of the Year Awards, 1994

Ages 4+

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Stradbroke Dreamtime is celebrated for its engaging storytelling and vivid illustration, making it a charming choice for young readers. The book is praised for skilfully blending traditional Aboriginal tales with the author's own life experiences, offering a rich cultural perspective. The blend of traditional narratives and personal stories is especially commended for fostering an appreciation for Indigenous heritage among children.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780207198656

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 May 1999

Country: Australia

Imprint: HarperCollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 6.0mm

Width: 210.0mm

Height: 287.0mm

Weight: 410g

Pages: 96

Collections

B Bancroft Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Education & Reference General Fiction Literary Fiction Oodgeroo Nunukul Young Adult

About the Author

Oodgeroo was born on 3 November 1920 on Stradbroke Island in Queensland. Most Australians know her as Kath Walker, the name she was given by white people, but in 1988 she decided to change her name to identify more closely with her Aboriginal heritage. Oodgeroo died in 1993, she is remembered as a poet, artist and political activist. She urged respect for the past, the need for conservation and the unity of mankind.Bronwyn Bancroft is an Aboriginal artist who grew up in Tenterfield, and is a descendant of the Bundjalung people.