For perhaps the first time in novel form, Benevolence presents an important era in Australia's history from an Aboriginal perspective. Benevolence is told from the perspective of Darug woman, Muraging (Mary James), born around 1813. Mary's was one of the earliest Darug generations to experience the impact of British colonisation. At an early age Muraging is given over to the Parramatta Native School by her Darug father. From here she embarks on a journey of discovery and a search for a safe place to make her home. The novel spans the years 1816-35 and is set around the Hawkesbury River area, the home of the Darug people, Parramatta and Sydney. The author interweaves historical events and characters — she shatters stereotypes and puts a human face to this Aboriginal perspective.
By:
Julie Janson Imprint: Magabala Books Country of Publication: Australia Dimensions:
Height: 198mm,
Width: 128mm,
Weight: 250g ISBN:9781925936636 ISBN 10: 1925936635 Pages: 356 Publication Date:01 May 2020 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active