Took the Children Away
The Iconic Song of the Stolen Generations
By: Archie Roach, Ruby Hunter
Hardcover | 8 October 2020
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ISBN: 9781760857219
ISBN-10: 1760857211
Published: 8th October 2020
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Number of Pages: 32
For Ages: 8+ years old
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Australia
Country of Publication: AU
Dimensions (cm): 1 x 26.7 x 30.8
Weight (kg): 0.571
Archie Roach
What types of books does Archie Roach write and what themes do they cover?
Archie Roach’s books include memoir, a young adult adaptation, and a children’s picture book. They center on his life, the Stolen Generations and Indigenous experience, memory and healing, and are closely tied to his music and storytelling.
What are Archie Roach’s most notable books?
Key titles are the award-winning memoir Tell Me Why (with a companion album), its young adult edition Tell Me Why (For Young Adults), and the picture book Took the Children Away, illustrated by Ruby Hunter.
Where should I start if I’m new to Archie Roach’s writing?
Start with the memoir Tell Me Why for full context about his life and music. For younger readers, the Tell Me Why young adult edition is adapted for them, and Took the Children Away is the accessible picture-book version of his iconic song.
Are Archie Roach’s books connected to his music?
Yes. Archie’s writing and songwriting are closely linked: Tell Me Why was published alongside a companion album, and Took the Children Away is the picture-book version of his signature song. His musical career informs much of his prose.
Has Archie Roach received awards or recognition for his books and music?
Yes. His song ‘Took the Children Away’ won an Australian Human Rights Award; his debut album Charcoal Lane won ARIA awards, went gold and was featured in Rolling Stone’s Top 50. His memoir Tell Me Why is described as award-winning, and the young adult edition won the NSW Premier’s History Awards in 2021.
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