Big Sky: When the Emu Left the Earth

Big Sky: When the Emu Left the Earth explores the night sky through a powerful conversation between Aboriginal writer Bruce Pascoe and astrophysicist Professor Ray Norris.

Bringing together First Nations sky knowledge, astronomy and contemporary science, this thought-provoking book explores the ways Aboriginal peoples have observed, understood and connected with the stars and the natural world for thousands of years.

Through conversations about the night sky, astronomy, Country, ecology and knowledge systems, Bruce Pascoe and Ray Norris explore how First Nations knowledge and Western science can come together to offer new ways of understanding our world and responding to environmental challenges.

Why you'll love it:

· Explores Aboriginal astronomy and First Nations knowledge of the night sky

· Brings together Indigenous knowledge and contemporary astrophysics

· Explores connections between the sky, Country, ecology and the natural environment

· Encourages readers to consider different ways of understanding science, knowledge and the world around us

Perfect for secondary students, educators, libraries, families and readers interested in Aboriginal astronomy, First Nations knowledge, Australian science and connection to Country.

Book details

Authors: Bruce Pascoe and Professor Ray Norris
Series: First Nations First Knowledges
Language: English
Format: Softcover
Pages: 262
ISBN: 9781922864376
Publisher: Magabala Books
Publication: 7 April 2026
Genre: Non-Fiction / First Nations Knowledge / Astronomy