Indigenous Australia For Dummies - Larissa Behrendt - Bog

Celebrate 65,000+ years of Indigenous knowledge Grasp the issues facing modern Indigenous communities Recognise important milestones in Indigenous rights Explore the rich culture and history of Australia's first peoples What is The Dreaming? How many Indigenous languages are there? What are the protocols when addressing Indigenous Australians? Explore inside for answers to all of your questions about the world's oldest living culture and trace their long pre-1770 history through to the impact of white settlement and the ongoing struggle for human rights and self-determination. Along the way, immerse yourself in the Indigenous art, music, dance, sport, spirituality and more, that has made--and continues to make--deep and essential contributions to Australia's past, present and future. Inside... Experience 65,000+ years of culture, adaption and survival Understand the true impact of colonisation Learn about key political issues, struggles and solutions Discover the truth behind myths and stereotypes of Indigenous Australians Appreciate cultural knowledge through the arts, movies, sport and more