ABBEY'S BOOKSELLER PICK ----- Tiwi culture is distinct from that of the peoples of the mainland, and so is their history. They defended their territory from outsiders, including the British, who tried to establish a trading post there in 1824 to 1829. This intriguing book gives precedence to the Tiwi versions of their colonial history, interspersed with the respectful contributions of an academic historian. Stories of resilience, resistance and creativity show how Tiwi people have survived and kept their culture strong. Lindy
ABBEY'S BOOKSELLER PICK ----- Tiwi culture is distinct from that of the peoples of the mainland, and so is their history. They defended their territory from outsiders, including the British, who tried to establish a trading post there in 1824 to 1829. This intriguing book gives precedence to the Tiwi versions of their colonial history, interspersed with the respectful contributions of an academic historian. Stories of resilience, resistance and creativity show how Tiwi people have survived and kept their culture strong. Lindy