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The Road To Mowanjum by Maisie McKenzie (Hardcover, 1969)
By Maisie Mckenzie
1969 • Hardcover • Angus and Robertson
Description
Title: The Road To Mowanjum
Author/Publisher: Maisie McKenzie, Angus and Robertson
Publication Year: 1969
Format: Illustrated Hardcover with Dust Jacket
Synopsis
GATSBY'S is pleased to present *The Road To Mowanjum*, a significant non-fiction work by Maisie McKenzie, published in 1969 by Angus and Robertson. This compelling narrative invites readers on a journey to the remote Mowanjum community in the Kimberley region of Western Australia.
Classified under 'Biographies & True Stories', McKenzie's work delves into the lives and experiences associated with this important Indigenous Australian settlement, offering a unique insight into a pivotal period of Australian history and culture. Intended for adult audiences, it provides a valuable window into the past.
- Life in Mowanjum: Explore the daily life, culture, and social dynamics of the Mowanjum Aboriginal community, as observed and documented by Maisie McKenzie.
- Indigenous Australian Perspectives: The book presents true stories and biographical elements, shedding light on individual experiences and collective resilience within the community during the mid-20th century.
As a vintage non-fiction title from 1969, *The Road To Mowanjum* holds considerable appeal for collectors of Australiana, social history, and works focusing on Indigenous Australian culture. Its illustrated hardcover format, complete with a dust jacket, further enhances its desirability as a historical document.
Condition
This item has been professionally inspected and is in Acceptable condition. Please refer to the photographs for detailed visual assessment.
Specifications
| Format | Hardcover |
| Condition | Acceptable |
| Publisher | Angus and Robertson |
| Year | 1969 |
| Type | Not Specified |
| Genre | Biographies & True Stories |
| Signed | No |
| Vintage | Yes |
| Features | Illustrated, Dust Jacket |
| Language | English |
| Ex Libris | No |
| Inscribed | No |
| Book Title | The Road To Mowanjum |
| Personalised | No |
| Custom Bundle | No |
| Narrative Type | Non-Fiction |
| Intended Audience | Adults |
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