Description

Kangkushot: The Life of Nyamal Lawman Peter Coppin is a biographical memoir by Jolly Read, written in collaboration with Peter Coppin, a senior Nyamal lawman from the Pilbara region of Western Australia. First published in 1999, the book is a powerful and moving oral history that documents Coppin's life, from the hardships of working on pastoral stations to his pivotal role in the 1946 Pilbara pastoral strike , the first major Aboriginal strike in Australian history. This book provides a rare and authentic voice to an important period of Indigenous activism and social change. The SIGNED copy is a particularly valuable find for collectors, as it serves as a direct link to the man whose life and legacy are so powerfully documented within its pages. The book is an essential resource for anyone interested in Indigenous Australian history , the history of the Pilbara, and the struggle for social justice in Australia.

Synopsis

Title: Kangkushot: The Life Of Nyamal Lawman Peter Coppin Pilbara Aboriginal History
Author/Publisher: Jolly Read, Peter Coppin / Aboriginal Studies Press
Publication Year: 1999
Format: 198-page Illustrated Trade Paperback

"Kangkushot: The Life Of Nyamal Lawman Peter Coppin Pilbara Aboriginal History" is a compelling first edition, signed non-fiction work, presenting a vital biographical account of Peter Coppin, a respected Nyamal Lawman from Western Australia's Pilbara region. Published by Aboriginal Studies Press in 1999, this volume offers an intimate look into a significant life.

Co-authored with Jolly Read, the book functions as a powerful oral history, providing an essential Indigenous perspective on Australian history, anthropology, and social science. It stands as an important contribution to understanding Aboriginal life and cultural resilience.

• A Nyamal Lawman's Voice: Delve into the authentic narrative of Peter Coppin, whose life story is presented directly through his collaboration, offering a rare and valuable firsthand account of Nyamal traditions and experiences in the Pilbara.
• Witnessing Pilbara History: The book illuminates the challenges faced by Aboriginal people on pastoral stations and details Coppin's crucial involvement in the transformative 1946 Pilbara pastoral strike, providing critical historical context to Indigenous activism and rights in Australia.
• Cultural and Anthropological Insights: As an illustrated text, `Kangkushot` not only serves as a biography but also as an important resource for cultural studies, exploring Nyamal law, societal structures, and the enduring connection to land through the lens of a prominent community leader.

This first edition, signed copy of "Kangkushot" represents a significant acquisition for collectors and scholars alike, offering a profound insight into Australian Indigenous history and culture from an authoritative Nyamal perspective.

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This item has been professionally inspected and is in Very Good condition. Please refer to the photographs for detailed visual assessment.

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