All I can do is appreciate

It's not my place to rate the words shared here, but I certainly did appreciate the experience.
It's a collection of 51 stories, and they are read by a smaller number of voice actors. I really like the variety of voices and how they chose to bring each story to the listener.
The were definitely stand outs, like I Remember by Karranjal John Hartley, that I'll go back to again. But each story brings something special, and together they make a very powerful work.
These are stories that need to be told, to be heard, and to be felt. They shine the light on the shameful history of this country, and how past pain inflicted is felt across time.
But they also open a door into funny, warm, loving and quirky homes all across the nation, and delves into common threads of experience, growing up aboriginal in Australia.
Thank you

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A constellation of voices ...

singing to life the great Southern land. Leading us to know the breadth and depth of what was destroyed and what Phoenix rises. Thank you Dr Heiss, thank you too, to the miracles of survival.

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Thought provoking and important read.

I almost listened in one continuous sitting. Almost. I definitely had to pause between stories briefly to reflect. To breath! All such different stories, but very strong and impactful themes throughout. I honestly think every Australin should read this book and books like it.

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An Outstanding Collection

The gift of perspective is precious and this outstanding narrative gives you just that.

A fascinating collection of individual experiences that open up understanding and build a greater sense of awareness of the issues faced by Australian First Nation peoples.

Presented articulately in a relatable and engaging manner.

I highly recommend this book.

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Absolutely amazing

This book has opened my eyes and changed my thoughts. Thank you to all who put their stories in to it and let us see a part of their hears and lives.

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Fascinating

great book. however audio kept cutting out at beginning of each chapter and thus I missed all the titles

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Audible ~ get your xxxx together! Its an ANTHOLOGY

This is an important anthology of First Nations Artists
Each one should be properly credited.
Brava to the editor ~ Anita Heiss for bringing an important work into being.
People telling their own stories ...

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Knowledge. These first-hand accounts from First Nations people give a real insight into the work that needs to be done to celebrate indigenous culture and remedy past mistakes with our First Nations people.

Very insightful.

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Every one should read this book

Empathy, education and understanding is the beat medicine for Australia and indeed the world right now. Learn and expand your white schooling. Put yourself in their shoes before you make another single comment about our First Nations people.

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An absolute must for anyone living in, or visiting Australia.

A brilliant collection of raw stories of strength. Beautifully narrated, I highly recommend listening to this very important book x

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