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Terra Nullius
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by thought-provoking narratives that blend historical and speculative fiction. It offers a unique perspective on themes of colonisation and identity, inviting reflection on humanity's impact on each other and the world. If you appreciate stories that challenge your views and captivate your imagination with a rich and unexpected journey, this tale is likely to resonate with you.
Terra Nullius
In the near future Australia is about to experience colonisation once more. What have we learned from our past? A daring debut novel from the winner of the 2016 black&write! writing fellowship.
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SHORTLISTED FOR THE STELLA PRIZE 2018
Highly Commended in the Victorian Premier's Literary Awards 2017
Shortlisted for the ABIA Matt Richell Award for New Writers 2018
Shortlisted for the Aurealis Award for a Science Fiction Novel 2017
Longlisted for the Indie Book Award for Debut Fiction 2018
Nominated for Ditmar Award Best New Talent 2018
Terra Nullius artfully combines elements of literary, historical, and speculative fiction, creating an allegorical novel that is surprising and unforgettable. - starred review, Publishers Weekly
"The truth that lies at the heart of this novel is impossible to ignore." - Books+Publishing
"A skilfully constructed pastiche of colonisation, resistance and apocalyptic chaos with parallels that sit unsettlingly close to home." - The Big Issue
Jacky was running. There was no thought in his head, only an intense drive to run. There was no sense he was getting anywhere, no plan, no destination, no future. All he had was a sense of what was behind, what he was running from. Jacky was running.
The Natives of the Colony are restless. The Settlers are eager to have a nation of peace and to bring the savages into line. Families are torn apart, reeducation is enforced. This rich land will provide for all.
This is not Australia as we know it. This is not the Australia of our history. This Terra Nullius is something new, but all too familiar. An incredible debut from a striking new Australian Aboriginal voice.
"A delightfully duplicitous noodle-bender that flips the script on the Indigenous Australian survival narrative." - Kirkus Reviews
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Terra Nullius by Claire G. Coleman is acclaimed for its unique and provocative narrative set in a bleakly foreign yet recognisable Australia. The novel explores themes of colonisation, displacement, and the Indigenous experience, resonating deeply in today’s socio-political climate. Critics praise Coleman's speculative storytelling for its wit, originality, and significant contribution to the conversation about colonial history and Indigenous futures.
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ISBN: 9780733641923
Publisher: Hachette Australia
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 25 June 2019
Country: Australia
Imprint: Hachette Australia
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 34.0mm
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 196.0mm
Weight: 219g
Pages: 304
About the Author
Claire G. Coleman is a Noongar writer, born in Western Australia, and now based in Naarm. Her family have been from the area around Ravensthorpe and Hopetoun on the south coast of WA since before time started being recorded. Claire wrote her black&write! Fellowship-winning book Terra Nullius while travelling around Australia in a caravan. The Old Lie (2019) was her second novel and in 2021 her acclaimed non-fiction book, Lies Damned Lies was published by Ultimo Press. Enclave is her third novel.
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