Back on the Block

Bill Simon's Story

By: Bill Simon, Des Montgomerie, Jo Tuscano

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Paperback | 1 May 2009

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Stolen, beaten, deprived of his liberty and used as child labour, Bill Simon's was not a normal childhood. He was told his mother didn't want him, that he was 'the scum of the earth' and was locked up in the notorious Kinchela Boys Home for eight years. His experiences there would shape his life forever. Bill Simon got angry, something which poisoned his life for the next two decades. A life of self-abuse and crime finally saw him imprisoned. But Bill Simon has turned his life around, and in Back on the Block, he hopes to help others to do the same. These days Bill works on the other side of the bars, helping other members of the Stolen Generations find a voice and their place, finally putting their pain to rest.

About the Author

Bill Simon is a pastor who works on the Block in Sydney's Redfern, assisting Aboriginal people and particularly fellow members of the Stolen Generations.

Des Montgomerie has worked with Indigenous outback communities and has also recorded many interviews with members of the Stolen Generations.

Jo Tuscano has worked in education and multicultural community programs for many years and has an MA in creative writing.

Industry Reviews

"This is a frank insider's story of a stolen child who becomes an angry addicted young man and then through a life-changing conversion the compassionate pastor of his people on The Block, Redfern. Bill Simon tells his story with humanity and hope. It needs to be widely read by Australians as a window into the challenges faced by our indigenous men. I commend Bill for his courage and honesty." -- Tim Costello, Chief Executive, World Vision Australia

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