White Man Got No Dreaming: Essays 1938-1973
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: W. E. H. Stanner
Binding: Hardback
Published: Australian National University Press, 1979
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
This collection, White Man Got No Dreaming: Essays 1938-1973, presents a critical examination of the historical interactions between Western society and Indigenous Australian cultures. W. E. H. Stanner, a renowned anthropologist, chronicles the profound misunderstandings and devastating consequences that arose from colonial encounters. The essays collectively argue against simplistic interpretations of Aboriginal spirituality and social structures, offering a nuanced perspective on their resilience and complexity. Stanner's work uncovers the intellectual and moral failings of earlier anthropological approaches, illustrating a powerful call for empathy and deeper understanding. This volume remains a foundational text for anyone studying the history of anthropology and Indigenous rights.
Author: W. E. H. Stanner
Binding: Hardback
Published: Australian National University Press, 1979
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
This collection, White Man Got No Dreaming: Essays 1938-1973, presents a critical examination of the historical interactions between Western society and Indigenous Australian cultures. W. E. H. Stanner, a renowned anthropologist, chronicles the profound misunderstandings and devastating consequences that arose from colonial encounters. The essays collectively argue against simplistic interpretations of Aboriginal spirituality and social structures, offering a nuanced perspective on their resilience and complexity. Stanner's work uncovers the intellectual and moral failings of earlier anthropological approaches, illustrating a powerful call for empathy and deeper understanding. This volume remains a foundational text for anyone studying the history of anthropology and Indigenous rights.