Description
Discover the profound insights of 'Invisible Country', a compelling exploration of the environmental changes in south-western Australia since European settlement. This brand new publication, ISBN 9781742586250, published in 2015 by UWA Publishing, offers readers a unique journey through the landscapes and stories that shape our understanding of the nation. Delve into four enlightening case studies that highlight the relationship between the land and its original custodians, the Aboriginal people. Through the expert lens of broadcaster and writer Bill Bunbury, this book invites you to listen to the narratives of farmers, ecologists, and traditional owners, revealing the intimate connection between people and the land. 'Invisible Country' serves as a vital reminder that our surroundings are a living heritage. It's not just a book; it’s a conversation starter about respect, understanding, and stewardship for the environment – a must-read for anyone passionate about ecological history and Indigenous culture. Embrace the stories of rivers, forests, and coastal plains and appreciate their rich histories to inspire future generations. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781742586250
Year: 2015
Publisher: UWA Publishing
Description:
When Europeans first settled in Australia, the land withheld many of its secrets from these new arrivals. There were broad rivers, wide plains and tall forests, all of which, to European eyes, suggested promising sites for settlement. To many of the new settlers, the First Australians were a puzzle. They moved freely through country they knew intimately. They had useful things to say to the European newcomers - if they would listen. What few realised then was that Aboriginal people and the land they lived in were indistinguishable. Failure to read the people made it hard to read the country. Invisible Country describes the environmental change that has occurred in south-western Australia since European settlement, through four case studies of the development of local rivers, forests and coastal plains. These stories, compiled through extensive conversations broadcaster and writer Bill Bunbury has conducted with farmers, ecologists, traditional owners and others who rely on the land, are book-ended by an examination of the historical perspective in which these changes have occurred.It is a reminder that the land owns people, not the other way around, and is the beginning of a conversation about understanding and care for a land we are all lucky to live in.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781742586250
Year: 2015
Publisher: UWA Publishing
Description:
When Europeans first settled in Australia, the land withheld many of its secrets from these new arrivals. There were broad rivers, wide plains and tall forests, all of which, to European eyes, suggested promising sites for settlement. To many of the new settlers, the First Australians were a puzzle. They moved freely through country they knew intimately. They had useful things to say to the European newcomers - if they would listen. What few realised then was that Aboriginal people and the land they lived in were indistinguishable. Failure to read the people made it hard to read the country. Invisible Country describes the environmental change that has occurred in south-western Australia since European settlement, through four case studies of the development of local rivers, forests and coastal plains. These stories, compiled through extensive conversations broadcaster and writer Bill Bunbury has conducted with farmers, ecologists, traditional owners and others who rely on the land, are book-ended by an examination of the historical perspective in which these changes have occurred.It is a reminder that the land owns people, not the other way around, and is the beginning of a conversation about understanding and care for a land we are all lucky to live in.