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Dive into 'The Colonial Fantasy,' an impactful examination of Australia's policies towards Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. This enlightening book, published in 2019 by Allen & Unwin, spans 336 pages and provides a critical analysis of how governmental approaches—ranging from protection to assimilation—have failed to enhance the lives of Indigenous Australians. The author, Sarah Maddison, sheds light on the ongoing devastation inflicted upon these communities, arguing that instead of progress, governmental intervention has too often exacerbated their challenges.
In 'The Colonial Fantasy,' Maddison critically explores why persistent failures in Indigenous affairs continue. With a strong emphasis on the idea that genuine solutions cannot emerge from a system inherently flawed, she advocates for a fundamental rethinking of the relationship between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians. The book calls for the vital shift that allows Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to take control of their lives and futures.
Engaging and thought-provoking, this book raises crucial questions about national identity and social justice in Australia. It challenges readers to reflect on their beliefs regarding the nation’s promise, while offering insights backed by compelling arguments and real-world implications.
**Delivery Information:** Enjoy fast and reliable shipping across New Zealand with our standard delivery services. Expect your order to arrive promptly at your doorstep, ensuring you’re able to engage with these critical discussions without delay.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760295820
Year: 2019
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Pages: 336
Description:
Australia is wreaking devastation on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Whatever the policy--from protection to assimilation, self-determination to intervention, reconciliation to recognition--government has done little to improve the quality of life of Indigenous people. In far too many instances, interaction with governments has only made Indigenous lives worse.
Despite this, many Indigenous and non-Indigenous leaders and commentators still believe that working with the state is the only viable option. The result is constant churn and reinvention in Indigenous affairs, as politicians battle over the 'right' approach to solving Indigenous problems.
The Colonial Fantasy considers why Australia persists in the face of such obvious failure. It argues that white Australia can't solve black problems because white Australia is the problem. Australia has resisted the one thing that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people want, and the one thing that has made a difference elsewhere: the ability to control and manage their own lives. It calls for a radical restructuring of the relationship between black and white Australia.
'Sarah Maddison asks hard questions about whether the promise of Australia can deliver for all. Like all great arguments she has made me question my own beliefs.' - Stan Grant, author of Talking to My Country
In 'The Colonial Fantasy,' Maddison critically explores why persistent failures in Indigenous affairs continue. With a strong emphasis on the idea that genuine solutions cannot emerge from a system inherently flawed, she advocates for a fundamental rethinking of the relationship between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians. The book calls for the vital shift that allows Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to take control of their lives and futures.
Engaging and thought-provoking, this book raises crucial questions about national identity and social justice in Australia. It challenges readers to reflect on their beliefs regarding the nation’s promise, while offering insights backed by compelling arguments and real-world implications.
**Delivery Information:** Enjoy fast and reliable shipping across New Zealand with our standard delivery services. Expect your order to arrive promptly at your doorstep, ensuring you’re able to engage with these critical discussions without delay.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760295820
Year: 2019
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Pages: 336
Description:
Australia is wreaking devastation on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Whatever the policy--from protection to assimilation, self-determination to intervention, reconciliation to recognition--government has done little to improve the quality of life of Indigenous people. In far too many instances, interaction with governments has only made Indigenous lives worse.
Despite this, many Indigenous and non-Indigenous leaders and commentators still believe that working with the state is the only viable option. The result is constant churn and reinvention in Indigenous affairs, as politicians battle over the 'right' approach to solving Indigenous problems.
The Colonial Fantasy considers why Australia persists in the face of such obvious failure. It argues that white Australia can't solve black problems because white Australia is the problem. Australia has resisted the one thing that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people want, and the one thing that has made a difference elsewhere: the ability to control and manage their own lives. It calls for a radical restructuring of the relationship between black and white Australia.
'Sarah Maddison asks hard questions about whether the promise of Australia can deliver for all. Like all great arguments she has made me question my own beliefs.' - Stan Grant, author of Talking to My Country