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Australian Aboriginal History

127220
ABORIGINAL LANGUAGE.: Lilliput Aboriginal Words of Australia.
First Lilliput Edition; Small (4.5cm X 3.5cm); pp. 560; text with numerous b/w. illustrations, bound in original red vinal, title lettered in gilt on spine and upper cover, good copy.
Sydney; A.H. & A. W. Reed; 1966. Click here to Order

AUD$50

127502
BERNDT, R. W.: Kunapipi. A Study of an Australian Aboriginal Religious Cult.
First US Edition; Demy 8vo; pp. xxxi, 223; map endpapers, frontispiece, 17 plates, 10 text figures, appendix, index, bound in original green cloth, dustjacket damaged on edges, otherwise a very good copy. SCARCE.
New York; International University Press; 1951. Click here to Order

AUD$950

127419
BLAINEY, GEOFFREY.: The Story Of Australia's People. The Rise and Fall of Ancient Australia.
First Edition; Med. 8vo; pp. xii, 434; endpaper maps, text illustrated with 16 pages of coloured plates, 3 maps, notes, index, bound in original red boards, title lettered in white on spine and front board, dustjacket, very good copy.
Melbourne; Viking an imprint of Penguin Books; 2015. Click here to Order

AUD$35

127254
BROUGH SMYTH, R.: The Aborigines Of Victoria: With Notes Relating To The Habits Of The Natives of other Parts of Australia and Tasmania. Compiled From Various Sources For The Government Of Victoria.
First Editions; Demy 4to; Two Volumes; Vol. I. pp. lxxii, 483; Vol. II. pp. vi, 456; b/w frontispieces, numerous b/w illustrations, lacks maps called for in at the end of each volume (photocopies of each missing map provided), bound in blue cloth, title labels on spine, working set only.
Melbourne; George Robertson; 1878. Click here to Order

AUD$250

127211
CHADWICK, DORIS.: John and Nanbaree.
First Edition; Demy 8vo; pp. x, 243; endpaper maps, illustrated frontispiece, numerous b/w. text illustrations, bound in original light blue cloth, title lettered in gilt on spine, dustjacket priced clipped, and with two very minor chips on bottom edge, very good copy.
Thomas Nelson and Sons Ltd.; 1962.
Muir 1356. Click here to Order

AUD$125

127505
DALY, DOMINIC D.: Digging, Squatting, And Pioneering Life In The Northern Territory Of South Australia.
First Edition; Demy 8vo; pp. xii, 368; colour fold-out map, appendices, index, re-backed in half-leather binding with a original spine laid down, title in gilt on spine, marbled boards, boards rubbed, new endpapers, browning to old endpapers, a good copy.
London; Sampson Low, Marston, Searle & Rivington; 1887. Click here to Order

AUD$350

127361
DIXON, JOAN M; HUXLEY, LINDA; Editor.: Donald Thomson's Mammals And Fishes Of Northern Australia.
First Edition; Demy 4to; pp. xii, 210; text illustrated with numerous photographs, maps, 3 appendices, references, index; dustjacket, a fine copy.
Melbourne; Thomas Nelson; 1985.
A unique record of the work of a brilliant zoologist and anthropologist far advanced for his time. This superb collection of photographs taken in the harsh conditions of northern Australia, show a remarkable diversity of Australian fauna, their habitats and also the native inhabitants of the north. The text includes notes from the diaries and records which Thomson kept on his travels. Click here to Order

AUD$26

127341
FINLAYSON, J. D; RIGSBY, B; BEK, H. J.: Connections in Native Title: Genealogies, Kinship and Groups. (Research Monograph no. 13).
First Edition; Cr. 4to; pp. vi, 163, (1); notes, references, bound in original stiff illustrated wrappers, very good copy.
Canberra, ACT; Centre for Aboriginal Economic Policy Research, The Australian National University; 1999. Click here to Order

AUD$35

127251
FOLEY, FIONA; Editor.: The Art of Politics The Politics of Art: The Place of Indigenous Contemporary Art.
First Edition; Demy 8vo; pp. xii, 83; 19 pages of colour illustrations, numerous illustrations within text, bound in original stiff illustrated wrappers, fine copy.
Southport, Qld.; Keeaira Press; 2006.
The book explores the intersection of politics and Indigenous art in Australia. The collection features essays by artists, academics, and activists discussing how Indigenous art reflects, challenges, and reshapes political narratives. It highlights the role of art as a tool for resistance, cultural preservation, and identity assertion. The book underscores the ongoing struggle for Indigenous rights and sovereignty, while celebrating the power of creative expression in driving social change. Click here to Order

AUD$35

127479
HADDON, A. C; Editor.: Reports Of the Cambridge Anthropological Expedition to Torres Straits. Volume I. General Ethnography.
First Edition; Demy 4to; pp. xvi, 422, xi (plates); text illustrated with 10 maps, 11 b/w. photographic plates, 50 text figures, 2 diagrams, bibliography, bound in original brown cloth, title lettered in gilt on spine, very good clean copy.
Cambridge; At The University Press; 1935.
Foundational work in anthropology. This volume offers comprehensive insights into the social structures, customs, and daily lives of the Torres Strait Islanders, combining meticulous field observations with cultural analysis. Haddon's pioneering approach set standards in ethnography, emphasizing detailed, respectful documentation. It's an essential resource for those interested in early anthropological methodologies and Oceania studies. Click here to Order

AUD$350

127156
JARL, MOONIE. (WILF REEVES).: The Legends of Moonie Jarl.
First Edition; Cr. 4to; pp. 44; text with 9 full page, coloured illustrations, several b/w. text illustrations, bound in original illustrated cloth, dustjacket a little chipped on edges, good copy.
Brisbane; Jacaranda Press; 1964. Click here to Order

AUD$30

127252
MCBRYDE, ISABEL.: Guests of the Governor Aboriginal Residents of the First Government House.
First Edition; Oblong Cr. 4to; pp. xvi, 62; text illustrated with 41 plates mostly in colour, notes, bibliography, bound in original stiff illustrated wrappers, very good copy,
Sydney; The Friends of the First Government House Site; 1989.
The book delves into the early relationships between Aboriginal people and the British colonial administration in Australia. Focusing on the interactions at Sydney's First Government House, McBryde uses archaeological evidence and historical records to explore the complex dynamics between Governor Arthur Phillip and Aboriginal residents. Click here to Order

AUD$35

127342
MACFARLANE, INGERETH; HANNAH, MARK; Editors.: Transgressions: Critical Australian Indigenous Histories. (Australian History Monograph 16).
First Edition; Cr. 4to; pp. xiv, 249; numerous b/w. text illustrations, several maps, notes, references, bound in original stiff illustrated wrappers, very good copy.
Acton, ACT; ANU E Press; 2007. Click here to Order

AUD$40

127195
THE MAPOON PEOPLE; ROBERTS, J. P; McLEAN, D; Editors.: Mapoon- Book One. The Mapoon Story. Book Two. The Mapoon Story According To The Invaders. Book Three. The Cape York Aluminium Companies And The Native Peoples.
First Editions; Demy 4to's; pp. Book 1. 24, Book 2. 112, Book 3. 104; texts with numerous b/w. illustrations throughout, map illustrations, each bound in original stiff stapled illustrated wrapper, very good set.
Fitzroy, Victoria; International Development Action; 1975.
The series offers a powerful account of the colonial history of Mapoon, a small Indigenous community in Cape York, Australia. Together, these books provide a compelling critique of colonial exploitation and its ongoing effects. Click here to Order

AUD$120

127286
MOUNTFORD, CHARLES P.: Winbaraku And Myth Of Jarapiri.
First Edition; Med. 8vo; pp. xx, last blank, 116; coloured frontispiece, 1 colour folding plate, 5 pages of colour plates, 58 pages of b/w. plates, summary, bibliography, index, bound in original brown cloth, title lettered in gilt on spine, dustjacket a little worn, previous owner's inscription on front endpaper, good copy.
Adelaide; Rigby Limited; 1968.
Pivotal works in Australian ethnography, documenting Aboriginal myths and cultural traditions with vivid detail and respect. Mountford captures the spiritual narratives of the Pitjantjatjara people, emphasizing their deep connection to the land and ancestral beings. Click here to Order

AUD$175

127336
PALMER, ALISON.: Colonial Genocide.
First Edition; Demy 8vo; pp. x, 248; 8 pages of b/w. illustrations, bibliography, index bound in original stiff illustrated wrappers, very good copy.
Adelaide, SA; Crawford House Publishing; 2000.
The book examines the brutal impacts of colonialism, particularly focusing on the systematic destruction of Indigenous cultures. The author addresses colonial policies that led to the dispossession, violence, and cultural erasure of Indigenous peoples worldwide, with significant relevance to Australian Aborigines. Its analysis and illuminates the legacy of genocide in Australia, where similar policies decimated Aboriginal communities. The book is essential for understanding the roots of historical injustices and the continuing need for reconciliation and cultural preservation in Australia. Click here to Order

AUD$190

127269
PARKER, ADRIAN.: Images In Ochre: The Art and Craft of the Kunwinjku.
First Edition; Demy 4to; pp. 96; text illustrated with numerous coloured plates, index, bound in original stiff illustrated wrappers, very good copy.
Roseville, NSW; Kangaroo Press; 1997. Click here to Order

AUD$35

127169
QATES, ALISON; SEEMAN, ANNETTE.: Victorian Aborigines: Plant Food.
First edition; Demy 8vo; pp. v, 35; text with numerous b/w. illustrations, references, bound in original stiff stapled illustrated wrappers, very good copy.
Melbourne; National Museum of Victoria; 1979. Click here to Order

AUD$30

127317
ROWLEY, C.D.: The Remote Aborigines.
Demy 8vo; xii, 379; 3 maps, conclusion, references, index, bound in original stiff illustrated wrappers, good copy.
Canberra; Australian University Press; 1972.
Includes Town and Non Town Situations, Aborigines at Kalgoorlie, Carnavon to Cooktown, Townsville to Palm Island, Land Rights, Wages and Conditions, Pastoral Awards and much more. Click here to Order

AUD$26

127340
SANDERS, W; Editor.: Mabo and Native Title: Origins and Institutional Implications. (Research Monograph No. 7).
First Edition; Cr. 4to; pp. vi, 83; chapter notes, references, bound in original stiff illustrated wrappers, very good copy.
Canberra, ACT; Centre for Aboriginal Economic Policy Research Australian National University; 1974. Click here to Order

AUD$35

127314
SMITH, DIANE; HALSTEAD, BORONIA.: Looking for Your Mob: A Guide to Tracing Aboriginal Family Trees.
First Edition; Super Royal 8vo; pp. xviii, 132; text with numerous b/w. illustrations, list of some useful books, bound in original stiff illustrated wrappers, very good copy.
Canberra, ACT; Aboriginal Studies Press; 1990. Click here to Order

AUD$75

127338
STANDING COMMITTEE ON ABORIGINAL AFFAIRS.: Present Condition of Yirrkala People: First Report of the House of Representatives Standing Committee on Aboriginal Affairs 1974.
First Edition; Cr. 4to; pp. x, 108; text with 5 b/w. photographic illustrations, 1 full page map, 4 tables, list of witnesses, bound in original stiff illustrated wrappers, very good copy.
Canberra, ACT; Australian Government Publishing Service; 1974. Click here to Order

AUD$35

127212
SUTTON, PETER; WALSHE, KERYN.: Farmers or Hunter-Gatherers? The Dark Emu Debate.
Med. 8vo; pp. [viii], 288; 4 pages of coloured plates, numerous b/w. text illustrations and maps, notes, references, index, bound in original stiff illustrated wrappers, very good copy.
Carlton, Vic.; Melbourne University Press; 2021. Click here to Order

AUD$40

127304
THRELKELD, L. E; GUNSON, NIEL; Editor.: Australian Reminiscences And Papers Of L. E. Threlkeld. Missionary to the Aborigines 1824-1859. Two Volumes.
First Edition; Demy 4to; Vol. I. pp. xii, 176; Vol. II. pp. vi, 177-382; endpaper maps, 12 pages of b/w. photographs, several text illustrations and maps, bound in original stiff illustrated wrapper, fine set.
Canberra; Australian Institute of Aboriginal Studies; 1974.
Australian Aboriginal Studies No. 40. Ethnohistory Series No. 2. Click here to Order

AUD$145

127496
TIETKENS, W. H.: Private Journal of W. H. Tietkens on an Expedition to The Nullarbor Plain February 1879 to January 1880.
Limited Edition; Med. 8vo; pp. viii, 43; full page map of the routes taken, original maroon cloth title lettered in gilt on spine and front board, fine copy.
Adelaide; Corkwood Press; 1998.
Limited numbered edition of 400 copies this being number 69. The diary was first published by the Weapons Research Establishment, Salisbury, SA (now DSTO) in 1961. The original manuscript is in the Mortlock Library. This edition uses the exact transcript published by the WRE, as well as the map published by them. Click here to Order

AUD$70

127207
VOIGT, ANNA; DRURY, NEVILL.: Wisdom From The Earth: The Living Legacy of the Aboriginal Dreamtime.
First Edition; Demy 4to; pp. 192; illustrated endpapers, text illustrated with numerous coloured photographs, endnotes, selected bibliography, index, bound in original beige cloth, title lettered in black on spine, dustjacket, very good copy.
East Roseville, NSW; Simon & Schuster Australia; 1997.
Insightful exploration of Australian Indigenous cultures and their deep connection to nature. The book celebrates the wisdom and spiritual practices of various Indigenous peoples, emphasizing the importance of living in harmony with the Earth. Click here to Order

AUD$35

127163
WRIGHT, FELICITY; Editor.: Contemporary Australian Aboriginal Art (Artlink. Vol 10. Nos. 1 & 2 Double Issue).
Reprint; Demy 4to; pp. v, 120; text with numerous illustrations many in colour, further reading, bound in original stiff illustrated wrappers, good copy.
Adelaide; Artlink/Landmark; 1992 Click here to Order

AUD$30