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- Narrated by: Stan Grant
- Length: 8 hrs and 31 mins
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Publisher's Summary
"As uncomfortable as it is, we need to reckon with our history. On January 26, no Australian can really look away."
Since publishing his critically acclaimed, Walkley Award-winning, best-selling memoir Talking to My Country in early 2016, Stan Grant has been crossing the country, talking to huge crowds everywhere about how racism is at the heart of our history and the Australian dream. But Stan knows this is not where the story ends.
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Critic Reviews
"Australia Day is a disturbing book, but it is incredibly even-handed, as any decent argument should be. Here is a chance to reflect, maybe even to formulate. We still have that chance to consider our nation without the bluster of bullies." (Bruce Pascoe, ABR)
"This is wise, compassionate, and generous truth-telling from Stan, and this book is essential reading for all Australians looking for the right questions to ask in the search for a middle ground." (The Booktopian)
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- Anonymous User
- 31-01-2023
Thoughtfully written and read from the Heart.
Really thought provoking and heart felt discussion. Very engaging and I would encourage everyone to read/listen to Stan Grant's Australia Day book.
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- Kerry Kilner
- 19-05-2019
so important
every single Australian should read and listen to this. Tell the truth. it will set us free.
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- Geoff Olsen
- 11-01-2021
Astonishingly direct, generous and enlightening
Any such review will be inadequate in describing this profound work. Everyone who lives in this land will be challenged by this book to wrestle, engage and witness the beautiful and commanding invitation to reflect on our collective story. Highly recommended reading.
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- Fiona Ransley
- 01-06-2023
An important read for all Australians
An important read for all Australians. Stan Grant articulates clearly the impact of colonisation and its impacts today.
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- Michael Moloney
- 09-02-2024
Honest
A truly moving insight into what it is to be Indigenous in Australia. Thank you Stan!
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- KEVIN JAMES BALLARD
- 18-02-2024
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A good read and insightful , well worth spending the time to listen to and appreciate his view and support of his indigenous roots
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- Robert Waterworth
- 17-02-2020
Amazing...
One of the best books I have listened to. Will be buying the print version to note key passages. Very well structured, thoughtful and read.
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- Anonymous User
- 03-06-2020
educational eye opener
A very insightful read into the journey of Indigenous Australians. Philosophical and entertaining. Stan Grant speaks so well and is beautifully eloquent.
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- Keith
- 09-10-2020
Powerful, and empowering.
this personal exploration of what it means to be Australian provides real substance to assist others in their own journey.
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- Nicci
- 05-11-2020
Opens the discussion for truth and reflection
This was a thought provoking book that raised as many questions as it answered for me. It lays the foundations for open discussion to support reconciliation and a recommended read for ALL Australians.
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