Below are just three examples of books about Indigenous Australia, that have been chosen for this page to provide different perspectives and diverse topics. Penrith City Library has a wide array of books available that are written by and about Indigenous Australians, both as hard copies and e-books. Clicking on the title will take you to each book in our catalogue and why not explore the catalogue today or download our new mobile app!

 

Dark Emu: Aboriginal Australia and the Birth of Agriculture, by Bruce Pascoe. (2018). Magabala Books.

In this highly acclaimed book, Bruce Pascoe uses diaries of early explorers to argue against the colonial myth that Aboriginal Australians were hunter-gatherers and instead details the land management techniques and food production systems that were established by Aboriginals in Australia but have been largely ignored. Suitable for adults.

 

 

 

My Tidda, My Sister, by Marlee Silva. (2020). Hardie Grant Travel.

The experiences of many Indigenous women and girls, from the heart-warming to the heart-breaking, are brought together by Marlee Silva to provide insight into the diverse lives of Indigenous women in Australia. Suitable for adults.

 

 

 

 

Welcome to country: a travel guide to Indigenous Australia, by Marcia Langton. (2018). Hardie Grant Travel.

This guidebook provides information for people travelling within Australia who would like to learn more about Indigenous customs, history, art, languages and more. It also includes a directory of events, locations and establishments that offer information or experiences relating to Indigenous Australia. Suitable for teens and up.

 

Book descriptions have been written with reference to synopses provided on publisher websites, references can be viewed here.