I, The Aboriginal
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A landmark work of Australian biographical literature, I, the Aboriginal presents the remarkable life story of Waipuldanya (Philip Roberts), a Alawa tribesman from Arnhem Land, as told to journalist Douglas Lockwood. The narrative chronicles Waipuldanya's extraordinary journey between two worlds — from his traditional upbringing in the Northern Territory bush to his training as a medical assistant, bridging ancient Indigenous culture and modern Australian society. Written with warmth and unflinching honesty, the account illustrates the profound tensions, losses, and adaptations experienced by Aboriginal Australians during the mid-twentieth century. This First Illustrated Edition is enriched with 45 drawings by celebrated artist Ainslie Roberts, whose vivid imagery brings the landscapes, ceremonies, and characters of Waipuldanya's world to life with striking authenticity.
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Condition remarks:
Condition: Good. Jacket: Worn/faded, with some minor chipping and wear to edges and corners. Page Condition: Likely yellowed with age. Markings: Name penned on fep. Binding: Appears intact.
A landmark work of Australian biographical literature, I, the Aboriginal presents the remarkable life story of Waipuldanya (Philip Roberts), a Alawa tribesman from Arnhem Land, as told to journalist Douglas Lockwood. The narrative chronicles Waipuldanya's extraordinary journey between two worlds — from his traditional upbringing in the Northern Territory bush to his training as a medical assistant, bridging ancient Indigenous culture and modern Australian society. Written with warmth and unflinching honesty, the account illustrates the profound tensions, losses, and adaptations experienced by Aboriginal Australians during the mid-twentieth century. This First Illustrated Edition is enriched with 45 drawings by celebrated artist Ainslie Roberts, whose vivid imagery brings the landscapes, ceremonies, and characters of Waipuldanya's world to life with striking authenticity.
