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Dreamtime Heritage by Ainslie Roberts & Melva Jean Roberts, Australian History
By Ainslie Roberts & Melva Jean Roberts
1975 • Hardcover • Littlehampton Book Services Ltd
Description
Title: Dreamtime Heritage
Author/Publisher: Ainslie Roberts & Melva Jean Roberts / Littlehampton Book Services Ltd
Publication Year: 1975
Format: Illustrated Hardcover with Dust Jacket
Dreamtime Heritage: Australian Aboriginal Myths in Paintings is a non-fiction art book by Ainslie Roberts, with text by Melva Jean Roberts, published in 1975. The book features Roberts's signature, evocative paintings that illustrate various Indigenous Australian Dreamtime stories. This Illustrated hardcover, likely with a Dust Jacket, is a significant artistic interpretation of Aboriginal mythology and cultural history.
Synopsis
Published in 1975, *Dreamtime Heritage* is a seminal work that beautifully intertwines art and narrative to explore the rich tapestry of Indigenous Australian Dreamtime stories. Co-authored by the renowned artist Ainslie Roberts and writer Melva Jean Roberts, this non-fiction volume offers a profound visual and textual journey into the spiritual and cultural bedrock of Australia.
The book is celebrated for Roberts's distinctive and evocative paintings, which vividly bring to life the ancient myths and legends of Aboriginal Australia. Accompanied by Melva Jean Roberts's interpretive text, it serves as a significant artistic and cultural documentation, making complex Indigenous narratives accessible to a broader audience.
- Evocative Dreamtime Art: Features Ainslie Roberts's unique and highly recognisable illustrative style, renowned for its sensitive and imaginative depiction of Aboriginal myths and spiritual beings, capturing the essence of the Dreamtime.
- Narrative Depth: Melva Jean Roberts's accompanying text provides insightful context and retellings of the ancestral stories, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the cultural significance behind each painting and narrative.
- Cultural Gateway: This work serves as an important entry point for readers seeking to engage with Australian Indigenous history, art, and belief systems, offering a respectful and artistic interpretation of ancient wisdom.
As a first edition published in 1975, *Dreamtime Heritage* remains a highly sought-after publication for collectors of Australian art, history, and ethnography. It represents a significant early contribution to the popularisation and artistic interpretation of Aboriginal mythology, making it a treasured volume for those interested in Australia's rich cultural legacy.
Condition
This item has been professionally inspected and is in Acceptable condition. Please refer to the photographs for detailed visual assessment.
Specifications
| ISBN | 0727000462 |
| Format | Hardcover |
| Condition | Acceptable |
| Publisher | Littlehampton Book Services Ltd |
| Year | 1975 |
| Type | Not Specified |
| Genre | Art & Culture |
| Topic | Australian History |
| Signed | No |
| Edition | 1 |
| Vintage | Yes |
| Features | Ex-Library, Dust Jacket, Illustrated |
| Language | English |
| Ex Libris | No |
| Inscribed | Yes |
| Book Title | Dreamtime Heritage |
| Item Weight | 409 g |
| Personalised | Yes |
| Custom Bundle | No |
| Narrative Type | Non-Fiction |
| Intended Audience | Adults |
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