For Their Own Good: Aborigines and Government in the South West of Western Australia, 1900-1940 by Anna Haebich

Book Description

Secondhand. Good condition. Wear to book corners and edges. Interior and binding are still very good.

A powerful and moving history of Indigenous Australian people in the south-west of Western Australia covering a time when they experienced profound changes in their way of life and status in the community. Their independent life in the bush, on stations and their small farms was progressively eroded by discriminatory laws, bureaucratic interference and overt racism. The First Nations peoples' dignity and strength as they battled to maintain their independence and pride offer lessons for all Australians. (back cover)

Includes bibliography and index.

Part of the Charles and Joy Staples South West Region Publications Series.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers, please note that this book may contain descriptions and/or images of people who have passed away.