The Social Archaeology of Australian Indigenous Societies 2022 Assimilation and a Treaty

Assimilation and a Treaty

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The Social Archaeology of Australian Indigenous Societies 2022 Assimilation and a TreatyBuilding on the foundational work of Harry Lourandos, the book critically examines and challenges traditional approaches which have presented Indigenous Australian pasts as static and tethered to ecological rationalism. The book reveals the ancient past of Aboriginal Australians to be one of long term changes in social relationships and traditions, as well as the active management and manipulation of the environment. It encourages a deeper