Some Myths and Legends of the Australian Aborigines
W J Thomas (University of Bath)
Some Myths and Legends of the Australian Aborigines
W J Thomas (University of Bath)
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This volume contains an illustrated collection of Australian Aborigine folklore, rewritten for a general audience. Some Myths and Legends of the Australian Aborigines is highly recommended for those with an interest in mythology and Australian Aboriginal culture, and it would make for a worthy addition to collections of allied literature. Contents include: Why the Crow is Black , How the Stars Were Made , Rolla-Mano and the Evening Star. , The Story of the Seven Sisters and the Faithful Lovers , A Legend of the Sacred Bullroarer , The Great Fight. , The Flying Chip. , Why Blackfellows Never Travel Alone - A Legend of the Wallaroo and Willy-Wagtail , etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly rare and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction. First published in 1923.
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