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Homeland calling, edited by Ellen Van Neerven ; foreword by Danzal Baker aka Baker Boy ; artwork by Lakkari Pitt

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Homeland calling

edited by Ellen Van Neerven ; foreword by Danzal Baker aka Baker Boy ; artwork by Lakkari Pitt

Homeland Calling is a collection of poems created from hip-hop song lyrics that channel culture and challenge stereotypes. Written by First Nations youth from communities all around Australia, the powerful words display a maturity beyond their years. The verses in this book are the result of young artists exploring their place in the world, expressing the future they want for themselves and their communities. These young people are the future, and their passion for their culture, languages and homelands is beyond inspiring

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