The Dawn Of Time: Australian Aboriginal Myths In Paintings By Ainslie Roberts With Text By Charles P. Mountford
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, Charles P. Mountford
Binding: Hardback
Published: Rigby Limited, 1973
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Dust jacket has some general wear, previous owner name inside, light foxing to some pages
description=The Dawn Of Time presents a profound collection of Australian Aboriginal myths, brought to life through the evocative paintings of Ainslie Roberts. This compelling volume illustrates the rich tapestry of ancient Dreamtime narratives, offering readers a unique visual and textual journey into Indigenous Australian spirituality and cosmology. Charles P. Mountford's accompanying text meticulously details the cultural significance and storytelling traditions behind each myth. The work chronicles the deep connection between the land, its people, and their ancestral beliefs, providing an authoritative and respectful account of these timeless stories. It serves as an essential resource for understanding the enduring power and beauty of Aboriginal heritage.
Author: Ainslie Roberts, Charles P. Mountford
Binding: Hardback
Published: Rigby Limited, 1973
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Dust jacket has some general wear, previous owner name inside, light foxing to some pages
description=The Dawn Of Time presents a profound collection of Australian Aboriginal myths, brought to life through the evocative paintings of Ainslie Roberts. This compelling volume illustrates the rich tapestry of ancient Dreamtime narratives, offering readers a unique visual and textual journey into Indigenous Australian spirituality and cosmology. Charles P. Mountford's accompanying text meticulously details the cultural significance and storytelling traditions behind each myth. The work chronicles the deep connection between the land, its people, and their ancestral beliefs, providing an authoritative and respectful account of these timeless stories. It serves as an essential resource for understanding the enduring power and beauty of Aboriginal heritage.