Aboriginal Words of Australia - Softcover

Reed, A. W.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0730102025 ISBN 13: 9780730102021

Publisher: Reed Natural History/New Holland (AUS), 1994

Synopsis

Is Kangaroo an Aboriginal word? What does brolga mean? Many of the words Australians use every day have their origins in some of the hundreds of Aboriginal languages once spoken across the land. this book is a fascinating reference for anyone interested in knowing more about the original inhabitants of this vast continent.

About this title

Synopsis

A compilation of Aboriginal words and names in use throughout Australia. The list provides information on the origin and location of each word, developing an understanding of Aboriginal language and culture. The words are arranged in both English and Aboriginal lists in a dictionary format.

About the Author

A.W. Reed wrote many books on topics such as myths, language and place names of both M?ori and Australian Aboriginal culture.

Edition details

• Publisher: Reed Natural History/New Holland (AUS)
• Publication date: 1994
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0730102025
• ISBN 13: 9780730102021
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 144