M.J.E. King Boyes

Karobran (Togetherness) by the late Monica Clare is not a great (or even a good) novel, but it is an important work and, as such, deserves to be widely read. Largely autobiographical, it deals primarily with the Depression years and the experiences of Isabelle (Monica), her brother Morris and, following the death of their European mother in childbirth, the ultimate separation from their Aborigina ... (read more)

The handsome reissue in one volume, by Collins, of Australian Legendary Tales with illustrations by Rex Backhaus-Smith, is a most welcome addition to current publications for Australian enthusiasts and certainly well overdue. This collection of Aboriginal myths, legends and fables was originally published in two volumes, Australian Legendary Tales in 1897 and More Australian Legendary Tales in 18 ... (read more)