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A guide to traditional Aboriginal rainforest plant use / by the Kuku Yalanji of the Mossman Gorge.Mossman, Qld. : Bamanga Bubu Ngadimunku Inc., 1995. 36 p. : ill. (some col.), maps (some col.), col. ports. ; 24 cm. Clear usable traditional information on twenty-five major tropical rainforest plants in the Mossman Gorge area, Kuku Yalanji land, their multiple uses, with excellent photos, seasonal /ecological comments; Kuku Yalanji brief vocabulary; bibliography. Authors John Roberts, Colin (CJ) Fisher and Roy Gibson. Photography by Tom Popp. Bibliography: p. 36.

Synopsis

Title: Guide To Traditional Aboriginal Rainforest Plant Use
Author/Publisher: John Roberts / Bamanga Bubu Ngadimunku, Inc. (Mossman, Qld.)
Publication Year: 1995
Format: 36-page Illustrated Staple-bound Paperback

This invaluable non-fiction guide, published by Bamanga Bubu Ngadimunku, Inc. in 1995, delves into the profound traditional knowledge of Aboriginal rainforest plant use. Authored by John Roberts, it offers a meticulously compiled record from the Kuku Yalanji people of the Mossman Gorge area in Far North Queensland, Australia.

Specifically focusing on twenty-five major tropical rainforest plants native to Kuku Yalanji country, the book elucidates their manifold traditional applications. It serves as a vital record of Indigenous ethnobotanical expertise, providing clear and practical information for understanding this rich cultural heritage.

• Kuku Yalanji Ethnobotany: The guide offers direct insights into the Kuku Yalanji people's deep understanding of their local flora, showcasing centuries of accumulated knowledge regarding the rainforest ecosystem.
• Diverse Plant Utilisation: Detailed descriptions outline the multiple uses of each of the twenty-five featured plants, encompassing their roles in traditional diet, medicine, tools, and cultural practices.
• Illustrative Support: Enhanced with excellent photos and illustrations, the book facilitates plant identification and comprehension, bringing the traditional knowledge to life with visual clarity.

As a publication from an Indigenous-owned press and a crucial record of traditional ecological knowledge, this guide holds significant appeal for collectors and researchers alike. Its focused subject matter, combined with its limited original distribution, makes it a sought-after item for those interested in Australian Indigenous history, ethnobotany, and regional environmental studies.

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