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The Life and Art of Australia's Tiwi People by Heide Smith, Pacific Anthropology

By Heide Smith

1990 • Hardcover • Harpercollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd

Description

Title: Tiwi: The Life and Art of Australia's Tiwi People
Author/Publisher: Heide Smith, Harpercollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd
Publication Year: 1990
Format: 120-page Hardcover, First Edition

Synopsis

Published in 1990, 'Tiwi: The Life and Art of Australia's Tiwi People' by Heide Smith offers an insightful and detailed exploration into the rich culture of the Indigenous Tiwi people from Australia's Tiwi Islands. This significant work serves as both an art and cultural study, firmly rooted in anthropological subject matter.

As a non-fiction textbook intended for adult readers, the book delves into the unique societal structures, traditions, and artistic expressions that define the Tiwi community. It provides a comprehensive overview of their life, highlighting aspects of regional history through the lens of their distinctive heritage.

  • Exploring Tiwi Culture: This section likely examines the social customs, beliefs, and daily practices that form the foundation of Tiwi life, offering readers a window into their traditional world.
  • The Art of the Tiwi: A core focus of the book would be the distinctive artistic traditions of the Tiwi people, encompassing their sculpture, painting, and ceremonial artefacts, often accompanied by illustrative examples.
  • Anthropological Insights: Heide Smith’s work applies an anthropological perspective to document and analyse Tiwi society, providing an academic yet accessible understanding of their cultural evolution and resilience.
  • Regional History Focus: The book places the Tiwi people within their specific geographical and historical context, contributing to the broader understanding of Indigenous Australian regional history.

As a first edition published over three decades ago, this vintage hardcover volume remains a valuable resource for those interested in Australian anthropology, Indigenous art, and cultural studies. It represents an important contribution to the documentation and appreciation of the Tiwi people's profound legacy.

Condition

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

Specifications

ISBN 9780207166242
Format Hardcover
Condition Good
Publisher Harpercollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd
Year 1990
Pages 120
Type Textbook
Genre Art & Culture
Signed No
Subject Anthropology
Vintage Yes
Features 1st Edition
Language English
Ex Libris No
Inscribed No
Book Title Tiwi: The life and art of Australia's Tiwi people
Item Weight 454 g
Personalised No
Subject Area Regional History
Custom Bundle No
Narrative Type Non Fiction
Publication Name Tiwi: the Life and Art of Australia's Tiwi People
Intended Audience Adults

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