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Australia Day
- Narrated by: Stan Grant
- Length: 8 hrs and 31 mins
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Publisher's Summary
"As uncomfortable as it is, we need to reckon with our history. On January 26, no Australian can really look away."
Since publishing his critically acclaimed, Walkley Award-winning, best-selling memoir Talking to My Country in early 2016, Stan Grant has been crossing the country, talking to huge crowds everywhere about how racism is at the heart of our history and the Australian dream. But Stan knows this is not where the story ends.
In this book, Australia Day, his long-awaited follow up to Talking to My Country, Stan talks about our country, about who we are as a nation, about the indigenous struggle for belonging and identity in Australia, and what it means to be Australian. A sad, wise, beautiful, reflective and troubled book, Australia Day asks the questions that have to be asked, that no else seems to be asking. Who are we? What is our country? How do we move forward from here?
Critic Reviews
"Australia Day is a disturbing book, but it is incredibly even-handed, as any decent argument should be. Here is a chance to reflect, maybe even to formulate. We still have that chance to consider our nation without the bluster of bullies." (Bruce Pascoe, ABR)
"This is wise, compassionate, and generous truth-telling from Stan, and this book is essential reading for all Australians looking for the right questions to ask in the search for a middle ground." (The Booktopian)
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- Anonymous User
- 31-01-2023
Thoughtfully written and read from the Heart.
Really thought provoking and heart felt discussion. Very engaging and I would encourage everyone to read/listen to Stan Grant's Australia Day book.
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- Sophia Cosmas
- 16-08-2024
A Voice for a Better Australia
I’ve always been interested in what Stan Grant has to say about the many things he has chosen to discuss.
He has a powerful, considered and well informed perspective, and he more often than not leaves me pondering the depths of all he has said.
In the context of “Australia Day” his commentary around Australian identity, constitutional revision and recognition, indigenous rights, stereotypes, and the fullness of Australia’s history – including in detail his own family’s story - his insights are profound, compelling and deeply moving.
I feel as though, through communing with this narrative, I am enriched as a human being and as an Australian.
Spending time with his words and experience has been important in expanding my understanding of the critical issues he covers.
Despite the fact it was published in 2019 and therefore does not cover his explicit reaction to the failed referendum of 2023 it is in no way diminished. His position and reaction are wholly predictable and indicated by what he so beautifully yet sadly expresses.
This is an important book. A must read/listen.
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- Kerry Kilner
- 19-05-2019
so important
every single Australian should read and listen to this. Tell the truth. it will set us free.
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- Geoff Olsen
- 11-01-2021
Astonishingly direct, generous and enlightening
Any such review will be inadequate in describing this profound work. Everyone who lives in this land will be challenged by this book to wrestle, engage and witness the beautiful and commanding invitation to reflect on our collective story. Highly recommended reading.
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- Fiona Ransley
- 01-06-2023
An important read for all Australians
An important read for all Australians. Stan Grant articulates clearly the impact of colonisation and its impacts today.
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- Michael Moloney
- 09-02-2024
Honest
A truly moving insight into what it is to be Indigenous in Australia. Thank you Stan!
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- KEVIN JAMES BALLARD
- 18-02-2024
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A good read and insightful , well worth spending the time to listen to and appreciate his view and support of his indigenous roots
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- Robert Waterworth
- 17-02-2020
Amazing...
One of the best books I have listened to. Will be buying the print version to note key passages. Very well structured, thoughtful and read.
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- Anonymous User
- 03-06-2020
educational eye opener
A very insightful read into the journey of Indigenous Australians. Philosophical and entertaining. Stan Grant speaks so well and is beautifully eloquent.
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- Keith
- 09-10-2020
Powerful, and empowering.
this personal exploration of what it means to be Australian provides real substance to assist others in their own journey.
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