Van Diemen’s Land: An Aboriginal History Publication many poignantly depicting the original

many poignantly depicting the original Palawa inhabitants

showcasing the remarkable Australian species that have captured the imagination of the world

Thylacine looking towards Cradle Mountain

This book takes us on an extraordinary journey through their hidden history

Eastern snake-necked turtle

Van Diemen’s Land: An Aboriginal History Publication many poignantly depicting the originalThe history of Aborigines in Van Diemen's Land is long. The first Tasmanians lived in isolation for as many as 300 generations after the flooding of Bass Strait. Their struggle against almost insurmountable odds is one worthy of respect and admiration, not to mention serious attention. This broad ranging book is a comprehensive and critical account of that epic survival up to the present day. Starting from antiquity, the book examines the devastating