Dear Son 2nd edition

Dear Son 2nd edition

$34.99
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Dear Son 2nd edition
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Dear Son 2nd edition

Dear Son 2nd edition

$34.99

Edited by Thomas Mayo, Dear Son is a powerful and deeply moving collection of letters written by First Nations men to their sons and fathers.

Through personal stories, prose and poetry, contributors reflect on fatherhood, masculinity, family, love, culture, identity and racism. Together, their voices celebrate First Nations manhood while sharing honest reflections on the experiences that have shaped their families and communities.

This expanded second edition brings together nearly twenty First Nations voices, including Stan Grant, Troy Cassar-Daley, Joe Williams, Blak Douglas and Yessie Mosby, alongside new contributions from Dane Simpson, Kobie Dee, Kaleb Mabo, Jimi Bani, Paul Callaghan and Isaac Drandić.

Thoughtful, honest and filled with love, Dear Son is an important collection for families, educators and readers wanting to engage more deeply with First Nations voices and experiences.

Why you'll love it:

• Features letters and reflections from First Nations fathers and sons
• Explores culture, identity, masculinity, fatherhood, love and family
• Brings together a diverse range of First Nations voices
• Includes prose and poetry from author and editor Thomas Mayo
• Expanded second edition featuring new contributors
• A meaningful addition to home, school and professional libraries

Book details

Title: Dear Son: Letters and Reflections from First Nations Fathers and Sons – 2nd Edition
Author/Editor: Thomas Mayo
Format: Paperback
Pages: 224
Publisher: Hardie Grant Explore
Publication date: 28 July 2026
ISBN: 9781741179545

Please note this is a pre-order - available to ship 5 October.

Frequently asked questions

What is Dear Son by Thomas Mayo about?
Dear Son is a collection of letters, reflections, prose and poetry from First Nations fathers and sons exploring fatherhood, masculinity, culture, identity, family, love and racism.
Who contributed to Dear Son: 2nd Edition?
The collection brings together nearly twenty First Nations voices, including Thomas Mayo, Stan Grant, Troy Cassar-Daley, Joe Williams and Blak Douglas, with new contributions from Dane Simpson, Kobie Dee, Kaleb Mabo, Jimi Bani, Paul Callaghan and Isaac Drandić.
What is new in the second edition of Dear Son?
The expanded second edition includes new contributions from First Nations men, adding further perspectives and reflections on culture, family, identity, fatherhood and masculinity.
Is Dear Son suitable for schools and educators?
Dear Son can be a valuable resource for secondary school and educator libraries, supporting discussions around First Nations voices, identity, family, culture and masculinity. Educators should consider the book's themes and their students' ages when selecting it for classroom use.
Why is Dear Son an important First Nations book to read?
The book centres the voices and lived experiences of First Nations men, providing readers with personal perspectives on culture, relationships, identity, fatherhood and what it means to be a First Nations man in Australia.

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