Description

H180 Course Material for the University of Western Australia, Second Semester 1993, School of Humanities, Course coordinator: Mudrooroo. Colin Thomas Johnson (21 August 1938 – 20 January 2019), better known by his nom de plume Mudrooroo, was a novelist, poet, essayist and playwright. He has been described as one of the most enigmatic literary figures of Australia and his many works are centred on Australian Aboriginal characters and Aboriginal topics. Also known as Mudrooroo Narogin and Mudrooroo Nyoongah. Narogin after the Indigenous spelling for his place of birth, and Nyoongah after the name of the people from whom he claimed descent. Mudrooroo means paperbark in the Bibbulmun language group spoken by the Noongar. There is much controversy sorrounding the his Aboriginality with the request to the Nyoongah community to substantiate his claimed kinship to the Kickett family not acknowledged in 1996. This is a scarce copy.

Synopsis

Title: H180 Introduction to Aboriginal Studies
Author/Publisher: Mudrooroo Nyoongah (University of Western Australia)
Publication Year: 1993
Format: Hardcover

Published in 1993 by the University of Western Australia, 'H180 Introduction to Aboriginal Studies' is presented as a First Edition hardcover. This work is attributed to Mudrooroo Nyoongah, a significant figure in Australian literature and Indigenous affairs.

Initially conceived as course material for the 'H180' unit in the School of Humanities during the second semester of 1993, this book serves as an introductory text to the rich and complex field of Indigenous Studies. It delves into aspects of anthropology and ethnography, offering foundational insights into Aboriginal cultures and histories.

• Foundational University Course Material: This volume was specifically developed for university students, providing a structured and comprehensive introduction to Aboriginal Studies. It reflects the academic approach to understanding Indigenous Australia in the early 1990s, guided by its course coordinator, Mudrooroo Nyoongah.
• Authored by a Pivotal Figure: Written by Mudrooroo Nyoongah (Colin Thomas Johnson), a renowned novelist, poet, and essayist, the text benefits from the perspective of an author described as one of Australia's most enigmatic literary figures. His engagement ensures an authoritative and deeply considered examination of the subject.

As a First Edition authored by Mudrooroo Nyoongah and originating from the University of Western Australia's Humanities programme, this book offers a unique historical insight into the academic discourse surrounding Indigenous Studies in Australia during the early 1990s. It stands as a notable item for collectors interested in Australian academia, Indigenous literature, and the works of this influential author.

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