Aboriginal Place Names
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: A. W. Reed
Binding: Paperback
Published: A.H. & A.W.Reed, 1985
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
Aboriginal Place Names and Their Meanings presents a comprehensive reference work in the genre of linguistic and cultural geography. Reed catalogues thousands of Australian place names derived from Aboriginal languages, instructing readers in their meanings, phonetic origins, and geographic distribution. The volume argues for the recognition of Indigenous linguistic heritage as foundational to Australia’s national identity, countering colonial erasure with precise, accessible documentation. It organizes entries by state and includes a reverse dictionary of English terms translated into Aboriginal equivalents, reinforcing its utility for educators, researchers, and cultural custodians. Reed’s authoritative compilation remains a vital tool for understanding the cultural significance embedded in Australia’s landscape.
Author: A. W. Reed
Binding: Paperback
Published: A.H. & A.W.Reed, 1985
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
Aboriginal Place Names and Their Meanings presents a comprehensive reference work in the genre of linguistic and cultural geography. Reed catalogues thousands of Australian place names derived from Aboriginal languages, instructing readers in their meanings, phonetic origins, and geographic distribution. The volume argues for the recognition of Indigenous linguistic heritage as foundational to Australia’s national identity, countering colonial erasure with precise, accessible documentation. It organizes entries by state and includes a reverse dictionary of English terms translated into Aboriginal equivalents, reinforcing its utility for educators, researchers, and cultural custodians. Reed’s authoritative compilation remains a vital tool for understanding the cultural significance embedded in Australia’s landscape.