The spirit of the Daly
By: by Peter Forrest ; with maps by Adrian Welke
Publisher: Daly River Community Development Association
Published: 1994
Place of publication: Daly River, N.T., Australia
Language: eng
Number of pages: 72
Subjects: History; Aboriginal Australians; Missions; Agriculture; Mines and mineral resources; Jesuits
Description: The Daly was a gathering place and refuge of traditional Aboriginal people. later it was the focus for high hopes of a European conguest of the northern 'wilderness'. instead, the wilderness conquered the white and Chinese settlers. Isolation and deprivation forced them to adopt ways of life and work unique in Australia. this book tells the remarkable story of the Daly's people, from the ancient times to the present date." back cover. Time line 1644 to1985.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references.