Download or read book Yarrangi Thangani Lundu Mayi Yani U written by Mona Oscar and published by . This book was released on 2019-10 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A language book and field guide incorporating Bunuba peoples' knowledge of plants that grow on Bunuba muwayi (country); their traditional uses and stories. Plant profiles are listed by plant type (e.g. tree, shrub etc.). They include colour photographs and detailed information for identifying each plant species; the plant's Bunuba language name, common name and scientific name; information about its traditional uses; a seasonal calendar showing flowering and fruiting times; and a symbol identifying plants that are particularly vulnerable to fire.The book also includes information about different types of muwayi (country); garuwa (water places); a Bunuba language pronunciation guide; brief introductions to related matters, i.e. winthali (fire) and animals; and a list of additional plants with brief information about their names and traditional uses.

Download or read book Tossed Up By the Beak of a Cormorant written by Anne Poelina and published by Fremantle Press. This book was released on 2024-07-02 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A stunning collaboration between poet Nandi Chinna and Martuwarra guardian Professor Anne Poelina. Punctuated by three long poems from Anne Poelina, this book-length collection explores meaningful and respectful responses to place through immersion. Together, the poems explore the beauty and complexity of the Kimberley region in Western Australia and the importance of a connection to land. Perfect for poetry lovers who enjoy collections that push boundaries and engage with important themes, Tossed Up by the Beak of a Cormorant is a powerful poetry collection about connection, nature and culture that is not to be missed.

Download or read book Handbook of Australian Languages written by Robert M. W. Dixon and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 544 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Thangani Bunuba written by and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Stories from the dreamtime; bushtucker stories; stories from the early days; stories since the coming of white people; paintings; stories are told in English and Bunuba.

Download or read book Comparative Studies in Northern Kimberley Languages written by Arthur Capell and published by . This book was released on 1984 with total page 316 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Comparative syntax, morphology and phonology of Northern Kimberley languages Worrorra, Ngarinyin, Wonambal, Ungguni, Winyjarrumi, Yawjibarra, Unggarangu, Umida, Wilawila, Gambere, Miwa, Kwini, Guwij, Munumburru, Wolyamidi, Worla, Kija, Kulwarrang; Miriwung, Kajirrawung, Bunuba, Gooniyandi, comparisons with other Aboriginal languages.