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Is Kangaroo an Aboriginal word? What does brolga mean? Many of the words Australians use every day have their origins in some of the hundreds of Aboriginal languages once spoken across the land. this book is a fascinating reference for anyone interested in knowing more about the original inhabitants of this vast continent.About A W Reed
A.W. Reed wrote many books on topics such as myths, language and place names of both M?ori and Australian Aboriginal culture.
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| Binding | EAN | ISBN-10 | Pub Date | PAGES | Language | Size | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paperback | 9781876334161 | 1876334169 | 1998-06-01 | 124 | 0.00 x 5.18 x 7.80 in | $12.95 |
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