Henry Reynolds es un distinguido historiador australiano cuyo trabajo ilumina las complejas relaciones entre los aborígenes australianos y los colonos blancos. Su escritura profundiza en las ramificaciones legales, sociales y políticas de la colonización, explorando frecuentemente temas de violencia, propiedad de la tierra y resistencia. El estilo de Reynolds se caracteriza por su meticulosa investigación y su habilidad para descubrir las narrativas y perspectivas ocultas que dieron forma a la historia australiana. Sus contribuciones a la comprensión del pasado colonial de Australia son significativas, y sus libros ofrecen una visión esencial de este período formativo.
Originally published in 1874, this reprint offers a glimpse into the historical context and literary style of its time. It preserves the essence of the original work while making it accessible to contemporary readers, showcasing themes and narratives that reflect the era's societal norms and values. The text invites exploration of its characters and plot, providing an opportunity to appreciate the evolution of literature since the 19th century.
Argues the resistance by First Nations warriors to the invasion of their homelands, lasting for more than a hundred years, can now be seen as a significant chapter in the global history of anti-colonial rebellion.
The book emphasizes the importance of confronting historical truths by returning to foundational principles. It advocates for an honest examination of our past, suggesting that only through this rigorous approach can we truly understand and acknowledge the complexities of history. The narrative challenges readers to engage deeply with the truth, fostering a more authentic discourse about historical events and their implications.
Exploring the moral dilemmas surrounding Australia's colonial history, Henry Reynolds highlights the stories of often-overlooked white humanitarians who opposed the injustices faced by Indigenous peoples. These individuals, driven by a deep sense of conscience, challenged societal norms despite facing isolation and criticism. In this new edition, Reynolds revisits their legacy, shedding light on ongoing issues of justice, reconciliation, and recognition in modern Australia. The book serves as a poignant reminder of the work still required to address historical wrongs and the persistent unease in society.
Listening to the whispering in his own heart, Henry Reynolds was led into the lives of remarkable and largely forgotten white humanitarians who followed their consciences and challenged the prevailing attitudes to Indigenous people. His now-classic book This Whispering in Our Hearts constructed an alternative history of Australia.
The book explores the ease with which Australian governments engage in warfare, highlighting a troubling disconnect between leaders' actions and their moral accountability. It delves into the implications of this detachment, questioning the ethical responsibilities of those in power and the broader impact on society. Through critical analysis, it challenges readers to consider the consequences of war and the leaders' ability to retreat without facing the repercussions of their decisions.
This captivating work charts the history of Tasmania from the arrival of European maritime expeditions through to the modern day.
Set in central-western New South Wales in the 1890s, Fred Schepisi's film of Thomas Keneally's award-winning novel is a powerful and confronting story of a black man's revenge against an unjust and intolerant society. Raised by missionaries, Jimmie Blacksmith, a young half-castle Aboriginal man, is poignantly caught between the ways of his black forefathers and those of the white society to which he aspires. Exploited by his boss and betrayed by his [white] wife, he declares war on his white employers and goes on a violent killing spree. "The Chant of Jimmie Blacksmith" was one of the most significant films of the 1970s 'renaissance'. It was the first Australian feature in which the whole story is told from an Aboriginal perspective and it broke new ground in dealing with one of the most tragic aspects of Australian history: the racist treatment of the Aboriginal population. The spectre of the violent and vengeful black had barely been touched upon and the depth of rage that the film put on screen was unprecedented in Australian film at the time.
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Harry Reynolds presents a different history of Australia through the eyes of remarkable and largely forgotten people. This story begins with Australia's first punitive expedition in December 1790 and the first clash of conscience about the use of violence which took place between Governor Arthur Phillip and Lieutenant William Dawes. It ends on the eve of World War II with Harry Bennett still expressing deep anger about the condition of the Aboriginies and the attitudes of whites Australia.