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Sydney's Aboriginal past : investigating the archaeological and historical records
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Sydney's Aboriginal past : investigating the archaeological and historical records

by Val Attenbrow

This study details Aboriginal life in the Sydney region before and after 1788, covering daily practices, beliefs, and material culture. The updated edition incorporates recent archaeological findings and includes a guide to significant local sites.

Accession 36289 ISBN 9781742231167 Publisher UNSW Press
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