Aboriginal Stories of Australia by A W Reed

Aboriginal Stories of Australia by A W Reed

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A collection of traditional Aboriginal tales, myths and legends. Learn how Yhi the sun goddess introduced life to the world, why the emu cannot fly and how the kangaroo got its tail. This new edition includes a glossary, giving the English translation for many Aboriginal words used in the text.

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Aboriginal Stories of Australia by A W Reed

An enthralling collection of traditional tales that date back to the beginning of time. Learn how Yhi the sun goddess introduced life to the world, why the emu cannot fly and how the kangaroo got its tail. Packed with myths and legends about creation, these stories retell how people and animals were made.
Alexander Wyclif Reed, also known as Clif Reed and A. W. Reed, (7 March 1908 – 19 October 1979) was aprolific New Zealand publisher and author. With his uncle Alfred he established the publishing firm A. H. & A. W. Reed. As an author he was known most commonly as A. W. Reed. Reed wrote many books on topics such as myths, language and place names of both Māoriand Australian Aboriginal cultures.
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ISBN 13 9781876334178
ISBN 10 1876334177
Title Aboriginal Stories of Australia
Author A W Reed
Series Aboriginal Library
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher New Holland Publishers
Year published 1998-05-01
Number of pages 144
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.