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Title: Children of Wild Australia
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Produced by Martin Pettit and the Online Distributed
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Internet Archive)
Summary: "Children of Wild Australia" by Herbert Pitts is an anthropological account written in the early 20th century. The work explores the lives, customs, and experiences of Aboriginal children in Australia, shedding light on their cultural practices and the challenges they face in a land that can be both beautiful and harsh. Through vivid descriptions and an ethical lens, the author reflects on the complexities of Indigenous life, providing insights into their upbringing and societal structure. The opening of the book introduces the reader to the environment of wild Australia, characterized by its vast landscapes and unpredictable conditions. Pitts expresses a desire to convey the essence of Aboriginal childhood, reminiscing about his experiences with the children and their resilient spirits amidst adversity. He depicts the harsh realities they face, such as food scarcity due to droughts and the dangers posed by the environment, while also celebrating the beauty of their culture and the depth of their communal ties. The initial chapters outline the historical context of the Aboriginal peoples, touching on their history, social structure, and familial dynamics, laying the groundwork for a deeper exploration of their daily lives and spiritual beliefs. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 73.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Pitts, Herbert
EBook No.: 58098
Published: Oct 14, 2018
Downloads: 140
Language: English
Subject: Aboriginal Australians -- Childhood and youth -- Juvenile literature
Subject: Aboriginal Australians -- Juvenile literature
Subject: Australia -- Juveile literature
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: History of Oceania (South Seas)
LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Anthropology
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Children of Wild Australia
Credits:
Produced by Martin Pettit and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)
Summary: "Children of Wild Australia" by Herbert Pitts is an anthropological account written in the early 20th century. The work explores the lives, customs, and experiences of Aboriginal children in Australia, shedding light on their cultural practices and the challenges they face in a land that can be both beautiful and harsh. Through vivid descriptions and an ethical lens, the author reflects on the complexities of Indigenous life, providing insights into their upbringing and societal structure. The opening of the book introduces the reader to the environment of wild Australia, characterized by its vast landscapes and unpredictable conditions. Pitts expresses a desire to convey the essence of Aboriginal childhood, reminiscing about his experiences with the children and their resilient spirits amidst adversity. He depicts the harsh realities they face, such as food scarcity due to droughts and the dangers posed by the environment, while also celebrating the beauty of their culture and the depth of their communal ties. The initial chapters outline the historical context of the Aboriginal peoples, touching on their history, social structure, and familial dynamics, laying the groundwork for a deeper exploration of their daily lives and spiritual beliefs. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 73.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Pitts, Herbert
EBook No.: 58098
Published: Oct 14, 2018
Downloads: 140
Language: English
Subject: Aboriginal Australians -- Childhood and youth -- Juvenile literature
Subject: Aboriginal Australians -- Juvenile literature
Subject: Australia -- Juveile literature
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: History of Oceania (South Seas)
LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Anthropology
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.