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c_alexander's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
informative
reflective
fast-paced
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism, Colonisation, and Violence
Moderate: Sexual assault, Addiction, Religious bigotry, Police brutality, Pedophilia, and Alcoholism
winnibirner's review
challenging
emotional
informative
reflective
sad
fast-paced
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Xenophobia, Police brutality, Pedophilia, Racism, Racial slurs, Forced institutionalization, Child abuse, Addiction, Sexual violence, Drug abuse, and Grief
tildahlia's review
4.0
What an extraordinary and fascinating human. The impact of the Stolen Generations is so keenly described by Uncle Jack in all its complexity; I was so moved by his re-established relationships to his siblings. There is never a dull moment in this book, ranging from stints in prison to the highs of artistic success. Uncle Jack was frank and generous in sharing his life and his warmth, humour and deep care for his community radiates through. I really recommend the audiobook for obvious reasons.
sarah16's review against another edition
emotional
funny
inspiring
sad
medium-paced
elysebegley's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
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5.0
kirbywrites's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
inspiring
reflective
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fast-paced
4.5
essjay1's review against another edition
4.0
What a story this man has. Jack Charles tells us his story and alongside his escapades he has much to say about why certain actions/words or situations are hurtful and should not be used. This man is a great communicator. I chose the audio-book and I thoroughly recommend this format as it is read by the author.
ezza1637's review against another edition
5.0
What a fascinating, heartbreaking and hopeful book! Uncle Jack Charles has such a beautiful voice and way of telling his story. RIP
getlostmatilda's review
5.0
5 stars
Such an impactful book.
Listening to Uncle Jack tell his story has opened my eyes wider to the systematic racism experienced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders in Australia today. It's one thing to read statistics explaining these facts, but another thing entirely to listen to the lived experiences of those who have suffered abuse at the hands of the system. I am deeply ashamed of what Australia's Aboriginal people have suffered through and can only hope that by sharing stories like this to my friends and colleagues, the rest of the Australian community can become more empathetic to the suffering and start to make a mend for the actions of our recent ancestors.
Thank you Uncle Jack.
Such an impactful book.
Listening to Uncle Jack tell his story has opened my eyes wider to the systematic racism experienced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders in Australia today. It's one thing to read statistics explaining these facts, but another thing entirely to listen to the lived experiences of those who have suffered abuse at the hands of the system. I am deeply ashamed of what Australia's Aboriginal people have suffered through and can only hope that by sharing stories like this to my friends and colleagues, the rest of the Australian community can become more empathetic to the suffering and start to make a mend for the actions of our recent ancestors.
Thank you Uncle Jack.