![]() ![]() Growing Up Asian in Australia by Alice PungĪsian-Australians have often been written about by outsiders, as outsiders. If you’ve only ever watched the film that was based on this memoir, you need to add this one to your reading list ASAP. This extraordinary story of courage and faith is based on the actual experiences of three girls who fled from the repressive life of Moore River Native Settlement, following along the rabbit-proof fence back to their homelands. ![]() Follow the Rabbit-Proof Fence by Doris Pilkington Wokrign Class Boy is a powerful reflection on a traumatic and violent childhood, which fuelled the excess and recklessness that would define, but almost destroy, the rock’n’roll legend. Raw, gritty, compassionate, surprising and darkly funny – Jimmy Barnes’ childhood memoir is at once the story of migrant dreams fulfilled and dashed. This anthology, compiled by award-winning author Anita Heiss, showcases many diverse voices, experiences and stories in order to answer the question “What is it like to grow up Aboriginal in Australia?”Īccounts from well-known authors and high-profile identities sit alongside those from newly discovered writers of all ages, with each speaking from the heart – sometimes calling for empathy, oftentimes challenging stereotypes, but always demanding respect. Growing Up Aboriginal In Australia by Anita Heiss In honour of the annual event, we’ve rounded up some must-read Australian memoirs that you won’t be able to put down. ![]()
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