1979. First edition. A very good copy only marked by a single tiny spot on the top edge, light bumping of the bottom corners and a previous owners bookplate on the verso of the front wrap. The d/w is unclipped and near fine.
Description
Traces history of Macassan and European impact on Arnhem Land; effect of administrative, commercial and mission activities up to present time; traditional Aboriginal culture and society described and present problems and aspirations discussed. Subjects: Aboriginal Australians. Social aspects. Northern Territory. Arnhem Land. | Aboriginal Australians - Northern Territory - Arnhem Land. Health. Land rights. Settlement and contacts - Macassans and Indonesians. Colonisation. Religions - Christianity - Missions. Education. Social welfare. Arnhem Land (NT).
