Wimmera Journeys

About the Book

Born as settlers move into the Wimmera, this is an account of the struggles of an Aboriginal boy in the 1850s. Following the murder of his mother, young Warranook finds himself on a journey that will take him across the world. His new life in Reading is at times bewildering. While those around him rejoice in what they see as his salvation, Warranook reaches his own conclusions on the meaning of life and his ultimate destination.

About the Author

Anne Brown has had a lifelong interest in early Australian history, particularly in the encounters between the traditional owners and those whose arrival so profoundly changed the indigenous people’s lives. Following a long teaching career, she worked in the field of Aboriginal cultural heritage. It was there that she learned the strange and compelling story of William Wimmera. She has a degree in archaeology and Aboriginal studies. She is now retired and living in Melbourne.