The First Sunrise: Australian Aboriginal Myths

The First Sunrise: Australian Aboriginal Myths

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Condition: SECONDHAND

This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Author: Ainslie Roberts And Charles P. Mountford
Binding: Hardback
Published: Rigby Limited, 1975

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner

This compelling volume chronicles the rich tapestry of Australian Aboriginal myths, presenting ancient narratives that illuminate the spiritual and cultural heritage of Indigenous Australians. Through vivid storytelling, it uncovers the profound connections between the land, its creatures, and the ancestral beings who shaped the world. The work illustrates the enduring power of these oral traditions, detailing creation stories, tales of heroism, and explanations of natural phenomena. It offers readers a unique window into a vibrant cosmology, inviting contemplation of timeless wisdom and the deep reverence for nature inherent in these foundational narratives.

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Description

Author: Ainslie Roberts And Charles P. Mountford
Binding: Hardback
Published: Rigby Limited, 1975

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner

This compelling volume chronicles the rich tapestry of Australian Aboriginal myths, presenting ancient narratives that illuminate the spiritual and cultural heritage of Indigenous Australians. Through vivid storytelling, it uncovers the profound connections between the land, its creatures, and the ancestral beings who shaped the world. The work illustrates the enduring power of these oral traditions, detailing creation stories, tales of heroism, and explanations of natural phenomena. It offers readers a unique window into a vibrant cosmology, inviting contemplation of timeless wisdom and the deep reverence for nature inherent in these foundational narratives.