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Explore the profound insights of 'This Whispering in Our Hearts Revisited' by Henry Reynolds, a monumental work that challenges perceptions of Australia's history. This captivating book dives deep into the lives of the unsung humanitarian heroes who bravely confronted the injustices faced by Indigenous people. As you turn each page, you will uncover an alternative narrative that highlights compassion and moral courage in the face of societal pressures. Published by NewSouth Publishing in 2018, this brand new edition also delves into contemporary discussions surrounding reconciliation, and it encourages readers to consider how the legacy of these advocates informs our current stance on justice and recognition for Indigenous Australians.
The book poses poignant questions: 'How is it our minds are not satisfied? What means this whispering in the bottom of our hearts?' This rich exploration is vital for understanding the complex dynamics of Australia's colonial history and the ongoing struggle for a meaningful reconciliation. Whether you are a student, historian, or simply a curious reader, this book serves as an essential resource for understanding past injustices and the path towards healing.
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: 9781742235622 | Year: 2018 | Publisher: NewSouth Publishing.
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: 9781742235622
Year: 2018
Publisher: NewSouth Publishing
Description:
'How is it our minds are not satisfied? What means this whispering in the bottom of our hearts?'
Listening to the whispering in his own heart, Henry Reynolds was led into the lives of remarkable and largely forgotten white humanitarians who followed their consciences and challenged the prevailing attitudes to Indigenous people.
His now-classic book The Whispering in Our Hearts constructed an alternative history of Australia through the eyes of those who felt disquiet and disgust at the brutality of dispossession. These men and women fought for justice for Indigenous people even when doing so left them isolated and criticised by their fellow whites. The unease of these humanitarians about the morality of white settlement has not dissipated and their legacy informs current debates about reconciliation between black and white Australia.
Revisiting this history, in this new edition Reynolds brings fresh perspectives to issues we grapple with still. Those who argue for justice, reparation, recognition and a treaty will find themselves in solidarity with those who went before. But this powerful book shows how much remains to be done to settle the whispering in our hearts.
'No other historian can match Henry Reynolds' impact on Australians' understanding of their frontier history and its troubled inheritance.' — Mark McKenna
The book poses poignant questions: 'How is it our minds are not satisfied? What means this whispering in the bottom of our hearts?' This rich exploration is vital for understanding the complex dynamics of Australia's colonial history and the ongoing struggle for a meaningful reconciliation. Whether you are a student, historian, or simply a curious reader, this book serves as an essential resource for understanding past injustices and the path towards healing.
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: 9781742235622 | Year: 2018 | Publisher: NewSouth Publishing.
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: 9781742235622
Year: 2018
Publisher: NewSouth Publishing
Description:
'How is it our minds are not satisfied? What means this whispering in the bottom of our hearts?'
Listening to the whispering in his own heart, Henry Reynolds was led into the lives of remarkable and largely forgotten white humanitarians who followed their consciences and challenged the prevailing attitudes to Indigenous people.
His now-classic book The Whispering in Our Hearts constructed an alternative history of Australia through the eyes of those who felt disquiet and disgust at the brutality of dispossession. These men and women fought for justice for Indigenous people even when doing so left them isolated and criticised by their fellow whites. The unease of these humanitarians about the morality of white settlement has not dissipated and their legacy informs current debates about reconciliation between black and white Australia.
Revisiting this history, in this new edition Reynolds brings fresh perspectives to issues we grapple with still. Those who argue for justice, reparation, recognition and a treaty will find themselves in solidarity with those who went before. But this powerful book shows how much remains to be done to settle the whispering in our hearts.
'No other historian can match Henry Reynolds' impact on Australians' understanding of their frontier history and its troubled inheritance.' — Mark McKenna