The Aborigines of Australia (1888)

The Aborigines of Australia is a comprehensive book written by Roderick J. Flanagan in 1888. The book is a detailed account of the indigenous people of Australia, commonly known as the Aborigines. Flanagan provides a thorough analysis of the history, culture, and lifestyle of the Aborigines, including their social structure, religion, and customs.The book is divided into several chapters, each covering a different aspect of the Aborigines' lives. The first chapter provides an overview of the Aborigines' history, including their arrival in Australia and their interactions with European explorers and settlers. The subsequent chapters delve into the Aborigines' social structure, family life, and customs, including their system of government, marriage practices, and religious beliefs.Flanagan also provides a detailed description of the Aborigines' daily life, including their hunting and gathering practices, food, clothing, and housing. He also discusses the impact of European colonization on the Aborigines and their subsequent displacement and marginalization.Overall, The Aborigines of Australia is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the lives and culture of one of the world's oldest indigenous populations. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in Australian history, anthropology, or indigenous studies.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.