A White Hot Flame
eBook - PDF

A White Hot Flame

Mary Montgomerie Bennett – Author, Educator, Activist for Indigenous Justice

  1. 470 pages
  2. English
  3. PDF
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - PDF

A White Hot Flame

Mary Montgomerie Bennett – Author, Educator, Activist for Indigenous Justice

About this book

A powerful biography of an unsung hero in the fight for Indigenous rights in Australia. Mary Montgomerie Bennett dedicated her life to advocating for Aboriginal Australians during a time of repressive state laws. This is the story of her unwavering commitment to social justice.

Explore the life of this remarkable author, educator, and activist, from her early experiences in colonial Queensland to her tireless work in the Eastern Goldfields of Western Australia. Discover the complexities of her relationships, her unwavering principles, and her profound impact on the lives of Aboriginal people.

A White Hot Flame delves into the historical context of Indigenous rights, the challenges of colonialism, and the power of individual action. Learn about:

  • The fight for land rights and equal citizenship
  • The struggle against child removal and cultural destruction
  • The importance of education and self-determination
This is a story of courage, compassion, and the enduring quest for a more just and equitable world.

For readers interested in Australian history, Indigenous studies, and the lives of extraordinary women.

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Information

Publisher
Monash University Publishing
Year
2018
Topic
Social Sciences
eBook ISBN
9781925523195
Subtopic
Social Science Biographies
Index
Social Sciences

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Front matter
  3. Introduction
  4. Parents and Childhood
  5. Author to Activist
  6. The Eastern Goldfields of Western Australia
  7. Belonging, Identity, Commitment
  8. Epilogue
  9. Image block
  10. Maps
  11. End matter
  12. Back cover

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