Over my tracks
“Over My Tracks” by Evelyn Crawford is a biography published by Penguin Books in 1993, comprising 319 pages. This edition explores the life of an Aboriginal family in the Bourke Region of New South Wales, detailing both the historical context of the 1930s and the present day. The narrative follows Evelyn Crawford’s childhood, highlighting her upbringing filled with love and guidance from Aboriginal elders, as well as her challenging teenage years in Sydney and her experiences as a wife and mother of fourteen.
Readers will find a rich account of social conditions and the experiences of Aboriginal women in Australia, particularly in the Bourke Region. The book emphasizes Evelyn’s commitment to her community, showcasing her efforts since 1975 to enhance educational opportunities for Aboriginal students. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, this biography provides insight into the complexities of identity, culture, and resilience within the Aboriginal community.
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Biography of the life of an Aboriginal family as it was in the ‘back of Bourke’ in the 1930s, and as it is now. Chris Walsh tells the story of Evelyn Crawford’s childhood, nurtured by love and taught by Aboriginal elders, her frightening years as a teenager in Sydney and her life as wife and mother of 14. Since 1975 Evelyn has worked with her school community to bring about wider opportunities for Aboriginal students.
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