Childhood stories of family, country and belonging
What is it like to
grow up Aboriginal in Australia? This anthology, compiled by
award-winning author Anita Heiss, showcases many diverse voices,
experiences and stories in order to answer that question.
Accounts from
well-known authors and high-profile identities sit alongside those
from newly discovered writers of all ages. All of the contributors
speak from the heart – sometimes calling for empathy, oftentimes
challenging stereotypes, always demanding respect.
This groundbreaking
collection from the Growing Up series will enlighten, inspire
and educate about the lives of Aboriginal people in Australia today.
Contributors
include: Tony Birch, Deborah Cheetham, Adam Goodes, Terri Janke,
Patrick Johnson, Ambelin Kwaymullina, Jack Latimore, Celeste Liddle,
Amy McQuire, Kerry Reed-Gilbert, Miranda Tapsell, Jared Thomas,
Aileen Walsh, Alexis West, Tara June Winch, and many, many more.