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Exploring themes of grief and cultural connection, this memoir recounts the author's journey of learning to play the yiraga, a traditional Aboriginal instrument, as a tribute to his late friend Alexa. Through his decades-long experience living among Indigenous communities on Groote Eylandt, he delves into the instrument's significance in Aboriginal culture. The narrative serves as a heartfelt reflection on life, death, and the enduring bonds of friendship, offering readers a deep understanding of both personal and cultural narratives.
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Pathway to the Stars, David Turner
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- Released
- 2023
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- Title
- Pathway to the Stars
- Subtitle
- Playing for Alexa
- Language
- English
- Authors
- David Turner
- Publisher
- Rock's Mills Press
- Released
- 2023
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 54
- ISBN13
- 9781772442847
- Category
- Ethnography
- Description
- Exploring themes of grief and cultural connection, this memoir recounts the author's journey of learning to play the yiraga, a traditional Aboriginal instrument, as a tribute to his late friend Alexa. Through his decades-long experience living among Indigenous communities on Groote Eylandt, he delves into the instrument's significance in Aboriginal culture. The narrative serves as a heartfelt reflection on life, death, and the enduring bonds of friendship, offering readers a deep understanding of both personal and cultural narratives.