Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander studies

After more than two centuries, can a rightful place be found for Australia's original peoples? In this essential book, several leading writers and thinkers provide a road map to recognition.

With increasing speed, the emerging discipline of critical Indigenous studies is expanding and demarcating its territory from Indigenous studies through the work of a new generation of Indigenous scholars. Aileen Moreton-Robinson's introductory essay provides a context for the emerging discipline.

This book provides a guide to research and teaching in an Australian Indigenous Studies that is oriented toward the diverse, contemporary world.

An introduction to Australia's rich, indigenous culture. Containing everything from history and rarely seen photographs to information on traveling respectfully, the content is written by indigenous people and follows their cultural protocols and ethics.

A collection of essays that communicates the unique histories and cultures of Torres Strait Islanders to a broad audience.

This essential volume explores intersections of imperialism and research - specifically, the ways in which imperialism is embedded in disciplines of knowledge and tradition as 'regimes of truth.'

Childhood stories of family, country and belonging What is it like to grow up Aboriginal in Australia? This anthology, compiled by award-winning author Anita Heiss, showcases many diverse voices, experiences and stories in order to answer that question. Accounts from well-known authors and high-profile identities sit alongside those from newly discovered writers of all ages. All of the contributors speak from the heart - sometimes calling for empathy, oftentimes challenging stereotypes, always demanding respect.