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Why Warriors Lie Down And Die by Richard Trudgen, Aboriginal Australia
By Richard Trudgen
2000 • Paperback • Aboriginal Resource and Development Services Inc.
Description
Title: Why Warriors Lie Down And Die: Towards An Understanding Of Why The Aboriginal People Of Arnhem Land Face The Greatest Crisis In Health And Education Since European Contact- Djambatj Mala
Author/Publisher: Richard Trudgen, Aboriginal Resource and Development Services Inc.
Publication Year: 2000
Format: Paperback
Why Warriors Lie Down And Die: Towards An Understanding Of Why The Aboriginal People Of Arnhem Land Face The Greatest Crisis In Health And Education Since European Contact- Djambatj Mala
Synopsis
Richard Trudgen's impactful 2000 work, *Why Warriors Lie Down And Die: Towards An Understanding Of Why The Aboriginal People Of Arnhem Land Face The Greatest Crisis In Health And Education Since European Contact- Djambatj Mala*, offers a critical non-fiction examination of the profound challenges confronting Indigenous communities in Arnhem Land. This authoritative text delves into the systemic issues contributing to a significant decline in health and educational outcomes for Aboriginal people since European settlement.
Published by Aboriginal Resource and Development Services Inc., this book serves as an essential resource for those seeking a deeper comprehension of Australia's complex social landscape. Trudgen's research and insights provide a vital, culturally informed perspective, making it indispensable for adult readers interested in Australian history, social justice, and Indigenous affairs.
- A Critical Social Analysis: The book meticulously unpacks the historical and contemporary factors that have led to the pronounced crisis in health and education within Aboriginal communities in Arnhem Land, offering a detailed analysis of the societal impacts of European contact.
- Culturally Grounded Perspectives: Drawing on extensive engagement and deep understanding, Trudgen presents insights rooted in the cultural context, likely of the Djambatj Mala people as indicated by the subtitle, providing an invaluable indigenous perspective on the challenges and potential pathways for resolution.
An important contribution to Australian historical and sociological scholarship, *Why Warriors Lie Down And Die* remains a compelling and relevant read today. This particular copy is further distinguished by a personalised inscription, adding a unique and intimate dimension for collectors and readers alike.
Condition
This item has been professionally inspected and is in Very Good condition. Please refer to the photographs for detailed visual assessment.
Specifications
| ISBN | 0646395874 |
| Format | Paperback |
| Condition | Very Good |
| Publisher | Aboriginal Resource and Development Services Inc. |
| Year | 2000 |
| Type | Not Specified |
| Topic | Australian History |
| Signed | No |
| Vintage | No |
| Language | English |
| Ex Libris | No |
| Inscribed | Yes |
| Book Title | Why Warriors Lie Down And Die: Towards An Understanding Of Why… |
| Item Weight | 681 g |
| Personalised | Yes |
| Custom Bundle | No |
| Narrative Type | Non-Fiction |
| Intended Audience | Adults |
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