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Jirrbal : rainforest dreamtime stories / Maisie (Yarrcali) Barlow ; illustrated by Michael (Boiyool) Anning
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G/572.994 BAR
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Broome, W.A.: Magabala Books
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2001
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59 p. : col. ill., ports. ; 24 x 28 cm.
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1875641068
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Book
Abstract:
From Ravenshoe, these simple and wittily told stories are true moral fables from the Rainforest people of northern Queensland, nurtured through the rich traditions of a timeless understanding. The animal characters and the moon are drawn in a simple style.
Suitable for readers 4 to 10 years old but a treat for all ages.
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Contents:
The story of the Narool (grass), the Gargarra (new moon) and the Meedin (possum) -- The Buni (fire) story -- Fishing story about us -- The water story -- Learn a little Jirrbal -- Growing up in Ravenshoe.
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