{"title":"Djawa Burarrwanga","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the collection of works by Djawa Burarrwanga, a celebrated author known for bringing rich historical narratives to life through her captivating storytelling. Her works provide a profound insight into the history and culture of Indigenous Australians, blending factual history with compelling fiction. Among her notable works is \u003cem\u003eA Piece of Red Cloth\u003c\/em\u003e, a stirring narrative that explores the depths of historical fiction, weaving together the past and present in a seamless tapestry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDjawa Burarrwanga’s storytelling is renowned for its authenticity and depth, offering readers a profound understanding of Aboriginal traditions and histories. Her writing not only entertains but also educates, providing a unique perspective on the cultural richness and historical significance of Indigenous communities in Australia. As you immerse yourself in her stories, you will encounter a beautiful blend of traditional knowledge and contemporary narrative that highlights Burarrwanga’s distinctive voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the extraordinary works of Djawa Burarrwanga and delve into stories that bring the vibrant history of Indigenous Australians to the forefront. Her books are a testament to the enduring spirit and resilience of Aboriginal culture, and they invite readers to embark on an enlightening journey through time and tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"a-piece-of-red-cloth-by-merrkiyawuy-ganambarr-stubbs-9781761471315","title":"A Piece of Red Cloth","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's early in the wet season. A flock of crested terns sweeps into the bay and dives towards Batjani. The birds are saying the foreigners are coming, as they do every year, but why are they so full of menace?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBatjani's beloved granddaughter Garritji is on the cusp of womanhood, about to go through the rituals preparing her for marriage. Batjani uses all means at her disposal to protect her granddaughter from the visiting Macassan trepang fishers, but she is betrayed. Can Garritji be saved?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis powerful and unique novel is based on oral history and told through Yolngu eyes, with ancestors as the Yolngu remember them: proud, strong, resilient people in control of their world and interacting with foreigners on their own terms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA Piece of Red Cloth\u003c\/em\u003e is \"told through the voices of the people who know it best, all those deeply important events from times long before Cook imagined a Southern Land.\" - \u003cb\u003eDebra Dank\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"A rich and transportive novel\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003cem\u003eBooks+Publishing\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"We've been waiting a long time for a book like this ... [A] breathtaking re-imagining of history and place.\" - \u003cb\u003eNicholas Jose\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"This riveting novel based on Yolngu oral history takes the reader inside a coastal Arnhem Land community in the 1600s, at a point of crisis... As we watch the situation unfold with dread, we also experience the everyday joy of Yolngu life, the strength of culture and the wonder of their cosmology.\" - \u003cem\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Guardian\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"A glimpse into pre-colonial Australia and a world still powerfully alive in the Yolngu imagination.\" - \u003cb\u003eKim Mahood\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"With all the colour and sensuality of slow-paced life on Country, the novel suddenly moves towards its action-filled resolution.\" - \u003cb\u003eStephen Muecke\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47076041982188,"sku":"9781761471315","price":37.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/4014303482815.jpg?v=1765189357"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/djawa-burarrwanga.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}