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Ronnie : Tasmanian Songman Author: Ronnie Summers

ISBN: 9781921248108 Format: Book with Other Items Number Of Pages: 164 Published: 1 October 2009 Country of Publication: AU Dimensions (cm): 24.0 x 16.5 x 1.5 Description: Musician, storyteller and craftsman, Ronnie Summers recalls the freedom of growing up on Cape Barren Island and how the island's music shaped his life. He draws on a childhood working the muttonbird islands, a 'kangaroo court' prison term as a bewildered teenager, and then turning to alcohol after the death of his baby son.

Born an 'Islander' not Aboriginal, not white, Ronnie Summers was without race. This story documents his struggle for a place in his own country and echoes that of the Tasmanian Aboriginal community. Includes a CD featuring Cape Barren Island music a unique blend of Cajun, blues, country and folk.

About the Author

Ronnie Summers is a descendant of the Trawl-wool-way and Palawa people of North East Tasmania and he grew up on Cape Barren Island. He has won a National Reconciliation Award, a Centenary of Federation Award, and has been nominated for Tasmanian Aboriginal of the Year.

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