Unearthing a Painful Past in Kim Scott's "Benang: From the Heart"

Author(s)	Joydeep Chakraborty, A. Vijayanand
Country	India
Abstract	Kim Scott, an acclaimed Australian author and descendant of the Noongar people, has established himself as a powerful voice in contemporary literature, challenging readers to confront the complex history of colonization and its lasting impact on indigenous communities. In his novel "Benang: From the Heart," Scott delves deep into the dark corners of Australia's past, unearthing the painful history of his own family and the nation as a whole. With evocative prose and meticulous research, Scott crafts a heartbreaking narrative that exposes the ongoing effects of colonialism and the long journey towards healing and reconciliation.
Keywords	Stolen identity, colonization, impact on indigenous people, healing, reconciliation
Field	Arts
Published In	Volume 5, Issue 4, July-August 2023
Published On	2023-08-13
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2023.v05i04.5267
Short DOI	https://doi.org/gskxbj

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