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Eaglehawk And Crow; A Study Of The Australian Aborigines Including An Inquiry Into Their Origin And A Survey Of Australian Languages - John Mathew

Eaglehawk And Crow; A Study Of The Australian Aborigines Including An Inquiry Into Their Origin And A Survey Of Australian Languages

By: John Mathew

Paperback | 21 September 2020

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What shaped the earliest stories of Australia? Eaglehawk And Crow opens a rare window onto the lives, beliefs, and languages of the continent's first peoples, inviting readers into the heart of 19th-century ethnographic study. John Mathew, both scholar and field observer, weaves a vivid tapestry of Australian Aboriginal cultures, tracing their origins and mapping the intricate relationships between clans, customs, and languages. This is not just academic research on Aborigines - it is a journey through the living landscape of Indigenous peoples' history.

Mathew's approach blends cultural anthropology with pioneering linguistic anthropology, offering a comparative ethnography that remains foundational for anyone seeking to understand the origins of Aboriginal people and the diversity of Australian languages. His survey stands out for its respectful curiosity and meticulous detail, making it a touchstone for scholars of Indigenous cultures, students of Australian historical studies, and all who wish to see Australia through unclouded eyes.

Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Whether you are drawn by the academic depth or the enduring human story, Eaglehawk And Crow is more than a record; it is a cultural treasure, restored for a new generation.

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