{"title":"Jukuna Mona Chuguna","description":"\u003cp\u003eJukuna Mona Chuguna was a renowned author celebrated for her captivating storytelling, particularly focusing on the indigenous peoples of Australia and their rich cultural histories. Her works offer a unique insight into the life and traditions of the Walmajarri people from the Great Sandy Desert, a perspective that remains rare and invaluable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout titles in this collection is \u003cem\u003eTwo Sisters\u003c\/em\u003e, which vividly recounts the real-life experiences and journeys of the author and her sister as they navigate significant changes in their traditional way of life. Through her writing, Chuguna masterfully blends personal narrative with historical context, providing a compelling account of resilience and cultural identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChuguna's books are highly regarded in the \u003cem\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Military\u003c\/em\u003e category, offering not just a historical account but also an intimate look into the trials and triumphs of indigenous communities. Her work is essential reading for anyone interested in expanding their understanding of Australia's complex cultural tapestry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore this collection to discover stories that blend history with heartfelt experiences, shedding light on the nuanced and enduring legacy of indigenous Australians.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"two-sisters-by-ngarta-jinny-bent-9781925936780","title":"Two Sisters","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTwo Sisters\u003c\/em\u003e by Ngarta Jinny Bent, Jukuna Mona Chuguna, Eirlys Richards, and Pat Lowe tells the compelling story of Ngarta and Jukuna, who lived in the Great Sandy Desert. They traversed the country according to the seasons, just as the Walmajarri people had done for thousands of years. It was a time of change, as desert people who had lived with little knowledge of European settlement were starting to move onto cattle stations. Those left behind faced unimaginable challenges and vulnerabilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1961, when Jukuna leaves with her new husband, young Ngarta remains with a group of women and children. Tragedy strikes, forcing Ngarta to travel alone. Her survival depends on cunning and courage as she is pursued by two murderers in a vast, unforgiving landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJukuna's rich account may be the first autobiography written in an Aboriginal language. Presented in English and Walmajarri, her determination to see her language written has made her one of our most valued authors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46851979804908,"sku":"9781925936780","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/19693133482873.jpg?v=1759136669"},{"product_id":"the-girl-from-the-great-sandy-desert-by-jukuna-mona-chuguna-9781922613820","title":"The Girl from the Great Sandy Desert","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAge range 8 to 13\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e'Mana was born under a tree. The country she grew up in was wide as the sky, and the sun shone hot for most of the year. In every direction was sand: deep, red, warm sand that showed the footprints of every creature that walked on it...'\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeneath the hot, blue sky, Mana is joined by her brothers, sisters and cousins, as well as her many mothers and her favourite dogs. With wonderful wit, Mana recounts hunting, gathering, kinship, obligations and the never-ending search for water, all told through the eyes of a young girl.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Girl from the Great Sandy Desert\u003c\/i\u003e is the charming account of the life of Mana, a young Walmajarri girl, and her family in the desert country of north-west Australia. Mona's semi-autobiographical narrative is set before European settlement impacted their lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eComplementing each story are cultural insights that enhance the understanding of desert life, and makes for compelling reading for all ages.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe acclaimed Gooniyandi (Fitzroy River) artist Mervyn Street's black and white illustrations capture the subtleties of the Walmajarri way of life.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46996340801772,"sku":"9781922613820","price":21.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/7e3ee48ec54ca339ad85cad22306d634.jpg?v=1763154286"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/jukuna-mona-chuguna.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}