Growing Up Aboriginal in Australia

Growing Up Aboriginal in Australia is a powerful anthology edited by Dr Anita Heiss, bringing together the voices and experiences of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander writers from across Australia.

Featuring 50 personal stories, this collection offers honest, diverse and thought-provoking perspectives on what it means to grow up Aboriginal in Australia. Contributors share stories about family, culture, identity, Country, racism, belonging, community and the everyday experiences that have shaped their lives.

From childhood memories and cultural traditions to experiences of discrimination, pride and resilience, the collection provides readers with an opportunity to listen to First Nations voices and gain a deeper understanding of the diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander experiences.

Why you'll love it:

· Features 50 personal stories from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander writers

· Explores themes of culture, identity, family, Country, racism and belonging

· Celebrates the diversity of First Nations Australian experiences

· Provides an opportunity to learn directly from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voices

Perfect for secondary students, young adults, educators, libraries and adult readers exploring First Nations perspectives, Australian history, culture, identity and contemporary Aboriginal experiences.

Book details

Editor: Anita Heiss
Contributors: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander writers from across Australia
Language: English
Format: Paperback
Pages: 320
ISBN: 9781863959224
Publisher: Black Inc.
Publication: 2018
Genre: Anthology / Memoir / Non-Fiction