Namatjira: Wanderer Between Two Worlds
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: Joyce D. Batty
Binding: Hardback
Published: HODDER AND STOUGHTON, 1963
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing, price clipped
Markings: No markings
Namatjira: Wanderer Between Two Worlds chronicles the compelling life of Albert Namatjira, the renowned Aboriginal artist, as he navigated the complex intersection of his traditional Arrernte heritage and the encroaching European culture in mid-20th century Australia. This poignant biography uncovers the personal and artistic struggles of a man who achieved international acclaim while confronting profound societal prejudices and cultural divides. Joyce D. Batty presents a vivid portrait of Namatjira's artistic genius and his enduring legacy, illustrating the challenges faced by Indigenous Australians seeking recognition and understanding. The narrative details his journey, offering a powerful reflection on identity, belonging, and the universal human quest for dignity amidst adversity.
Author: Joyce D. Batty
Binding: Hardback
Published: HODDER AND STOUGHTON, 1963
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing, price clipped
Markings: No markings
Namatjira: Wanderer Between Two Worlds chronicles the compelling life of Albert Namatjira, the renowned Aboriginal artist, as he navigated the complex intersection of his traditional Arrernte heritage and the encroaching European culture in mid-20th century Australia. This poignant biography uncovers the personal and artistic struggles of a man who achieved international acclaim while confronting profound societal prejudices and cultural divides. Joyce D. Batty presents a vivid portrait of Namatjira's artistic genius and his enduring legacy, illustrating the challenges faced by Indigenous Australians seeking recognition and understanding. The narrative details his journey, offering a powerful reflection on identity, belonging, and the universal human quest for dignity amidst adversity.