K. Langloh Parker

Australian Legendary Tales (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

"Australian Legendary Tales" by K. Langloh Parker is a treasure trove of indigenous stories from the Australian Aboriginal people. Parker, who lived closely with the Euahlayi tribe, meticulously compiled and recorded these tales, providing readers a window into the rich and vibrant oral traditions of Australia's native inhabitants. The stories cover a broad spectrum, from creation myths to tales explaining natural phenomena, and they introduce characters ranging from mischievous spirits to wise animals. Through these tales, Parker not only offers entertainment but also provides invaluable insights into the cultural, spiritual, and social fabric of Aboriginal life, capturing the essence of a world where every rock, tree, and creature holds a story.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: True Sign Publishing House
• Erscheinungstermin: 3. Januar 2025
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9789359045122
• Artikelnr.: 73554778

Autorenporträt

"K. Langloh Parker was an esteemed Australian writer and collector of Aboriginal legends. Born Catherine Eliza Somerville Field on May 1, 1856, in Encounter Bay, South Australia, she passed away on March 27, 1940, in Glenelg, South Australia.She spent her childhood on her father's property, Marra Station, in northern New South Wales, where she cultivated a profound appreciation for Aboriginal culture. Her interest in Aboriginal storytelling was partly influenced by a significant childhood event-an Aboriginal girl saved her from drowning.In 1875, Parker married Langloh Parker and relocated to Bangate Station, where she commenced the collection of stories from the Ualarai people. Parker's contributions remain crucial in preserving Aboriginal folklore, though they reflect European attitudes prevalent at the time."