niyakara is leaving the village to hunt tara, kangaroo.
On his mind is the chief's daughter, tuminana, who is at the water with the women, collecting shells and working.
But down on the beach, niyakara hears three thuds...
boom boom boom
With rhythmic intensity, luwa tara luwa waypa tells the captivating story of niyakara's journey from boy to man, a story of courage and transformation.
Dave mangenner Gough's powerful words and Samantha Campbell's expressive artwork bring to vivid life the ancestral spirit and enduring strength of the palawa people of Tasmania.
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By:
Dave mangenner Gough Illustrated by:
Samantha Campbell Imprint: Aboriginal Studies Press Country of Publication: Australia Dimensions:
Height: 257mm,
Width: 277mm,
Weight: 510g ISBN:9781922752062 ISBN 10: 1922752061 Pages: 32 Publication Date:01 July 2022 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Hardback Publisher's Status: Active
