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Of Ashes and Rivers that Run to the Sea
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A profound exploration of identity and heritage, 'Of Ashes and Rivers that Run to the Sea' by Marie Munkara is a gripping memoir that seamlessly blends humor with heartbreaking truths. This 288-page trade paperback, published by Random House Australia in 2016, recounts the author's journey of self-discovery amid the complexities of race and belonging. Born on the banks of the Mainoru River, Marie navigates life with light skin—a condition that foreshadows her removal from her Aboriginal family to live with white adoptive parents. This poignant narrative captures her quest to reclaim lost roots after finding an old baptismal card that reveals a connection to her past. With authenticity and wit, Munkara delves into the struggles and joys of reconnecting with her origins, offering readers a unique perspective on the Aboriginal experience and the impact of colonialism. This memoir is a must-read for anyone interested in Indigenous Australian stories, personal growth, and the quest for belonging. Enjoy free shipping on this unforgettable book, and allow up to 10 days for delivery. Embrace the journey of finding one's self in 'Of Ashes and Rivers that Run to the Sea'—a testament to the resilience of the human spirit.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780857987273
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2016
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE AUSTRALIA
Pages: 288
Description:
A heartbreaking, darkly funny and deeply moving memoir from a fearlessly talented writer
Delivered on the banks of the Mainoru River by her two full-blood grandmothers, Marie Munkara was born with light skin which meant one thing - it would only be a matter of time before she would be taken by the authorities and given to a white family to be raised.
Then twenty-eight years later an old baptismal card falling out of a book changed the course of her life forever. It was a link to her past.
Knowing that she had to follow her heart or forever live to regret it Marie set out to find the family that she had lost, leaving her strict white Catholic parents aghast - why dig up the past?
With devastating honesty, humour and courage, the award-winning author of Every Secret Thing shares her extraordinary journey of discovery to find her origins.
This product has FREE shipping however combined shipping for other products is not available with this item. Please allow up to 10 days for shipping.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780857987273
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2016
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE AUSTRALIA
Pages: 288
Description:
A heartbreaking, darkly funny and deeply moving memoir from a fearlessly talented writer
Delivered on the banks of the Mainoru River by her two full-blood grandmothers, Marie Munkara was born with light skin which meant one thing - it would only be a matter of time before she would be taken by the authorities and given to a white family to be raised.
Then twenty-eight years later an old baptismal card falling out of a book changed the course of her life forever. It was a link to her past.
Knowing that she had to follow her heart or forever live to regret it Marie set out to find the family that she had lost, leaving her strict white Catholic parents aghast - why dig up the past?
With devastating honesty, humour and courage, the award-winning author of Every Secret Thing shares her extraordinary journey of discovery to find her origins.
This product has FREE shipping however combined shipping for other products is not available with this item. Please allow up to 10 days for shipping.
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