Description

A tax invoice can be provided for Institutional buyers. This is a scarce copy. The book contains a series of early photographs concerning Aboriginal Christian life. It is designed to supplement Catechetical material on the life of Christ. The Mirror Catechism shows mainly people who have already been baptised. It is an attempt to increase awareness of Christianity as something which does not destroy the past way of life but which can be seen as fulfilling it, as something which must be lived out and finally something that is enriching and joyful. This catechism is trying to assist thought and indicate how the Aboriginal religion and the Christian religion can fit together. Modifications in ritual practice is an interesting subject for early Aboriginal Christian adoption. This book is very large.

Synopsis

Title: Large Rare Aboriginal Christian Photography, Scarce Kununurra Western Australia
Author/Publisher: Father Peter Willis S.A.C. (St. Martins Press)
Publication Year: Unknown
Format: Illustrated Softcover, First Edition

This rare and significant work by Father Peter Willis S.A.C. provides a unique photographic exploration of Aboriginal Christian life, specifically within the region of Kununurra, Western Australia. Published by St. Martins Press, this original First Edition serves as a compelling visual record.

The volume features a collection of early photographs that document the Christian practices and community life among Aboriginal people. Its primary design was to function as a supplement to Catechetical material focused on the life of Christ.

A key element highlighted is 'The Mirror Catechism', which showcases mainly individuals who have already undergone baptism. This initiative aimed to foster a deeper awareness of Christianity, illustrating its presence and integration within the local Aboriginal community.

• Early Aboriginal Christian Photography: At its heart, this book is a photographic chronicle. It presents a series of early images capturing the daily lives, practices, and spiritual expressions of Aboriginal Christians in Kununurra, offering a rare visual documentation of this cultural and religious intersection.
• Catechetical Aid: Beyond its documentary value, the book was conceived as a practical tool to support Christian education. Its photographs were intended to supplement catechism lessons, helping to illustrate and contextualise the teachings concerning the life of Christ for local communities.
• The Mirror Catechism: A distinctive aspect mentioned is 'The Mirror Catechism', an approach within the book that specifically features members of the community who have already been baptised. This technique aimed to reflect and reinforce the Christian identity already established among the Aboriginal people.
• Regional Focus: Kununurra, Western Australia: The narrative and visual content are firmly anchored in Kununurra, a remote town in Western Australia. This geographical specificity provides an invaluable localised perspective on the spread and integration of Christianity within a particular Aboriginal context.

As a scarce First Edition, this illustrated softcover offers an exceptionally rare glimpse into a unique confluence of Aboriginal culture and Christian faith in early Western Australia. Its specific focus, combined with its photographic content and stated catechetical purpose, renders it a highly sought-after item for collectors of Australiana, religious history, and indigenous studies.

Condition

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

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