Tjarany Roughtail

Name: Tjarany Roughtail
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781875641307
Price: 22.99 NZD
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By Gracie Greene and Joe Tramacchi

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Summary

Tjarany Roughtail by Gracie Greene and Joe Tramacchi is a beautifully illustrated children's book that narrates engaging Indigenous Australian stories. It follows the journey of Tjarany, a small goanna, and his adventures with the creatures of the desert. Each story is complemented by rich cultural details and vibrant artwork, offering a captivating glimpse into the traditions and storytelling of Aboriginal culture.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this book if you are fascinated by Indigenous Australian storytelling and dreamtime narratives. It's beautifully illustrated and presents traditional tales in an engaging way, perfect for children and those interested in cultural stories that offer both entertainment and learning.

Tjarany Roughtail

Winner of the CBC Eve Pownall Award 1993, NSW Premier's Literary Award 1993 and WA Premier's Literary Award 1993 - now in paperback. Enchanting stories from the Dreamtime accompanied by magnificent artwork.

Description

Tjarany Roughtail contains eight dreamtime stories, all significant to the history of the Kukatja people of Western Australia's remote Kimberley Region. Each story is complemented by beautiful artworks painted by Aboriginal artist Lucille Gill that visually explain each story using traditional dot paintings. Told in English and Kukatja, the book includes magnificent paintings, maps, kinship diagrams, exercises and language notes.

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?

Tjarany Roughtail is praised for its unique blend of storytelling and cultural education, often highlighted for its engaging illustrations and authentic portrayal of Aboriginal Dreamtime narratives. Reviewers appreciate its ability to introduce young readers to Indigenous Australian stories and culture. The book is considered an excellent resource for educators and parents wanting to enrich children's understanding of Aboriginal heritage.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781875641307

Publisher: Magabala Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 October 2000

Country: Australia

Imprint: Magabala Books

Illustration: colour illustrations

Contributors:

Illustrated by Lucille Gill

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 6.0mm

Width: 225.0mm

Height: 270.0mm

Weight: 295g

Pages: 64

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Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Gracie Greene Joe Tramacchi

About the Author

Author Gracie Greene and illustrator Lucille Gill grew up in Balgo, a remote Aboriginal community in the Kimberely region of Western Australia. Gracie told these stories to school teacher Joe Tramacchi, who helped translate them to English. Gracie and Lucille are traditional artists whose paintings and sculptures have appeared in exhibitions throughout Australia and internationally.