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A review by leemac027
Killing for Country by David Marr
dark
emotional
informative
sad
slow-paced
3.0
This is a very detailed and well researched account of an important part of our country's history and the family history related to David Marr. Depending how many generations each reader's family extends back into this country, it is our collective history as well.
Having said that, I as with a number of others, did find it a slog to get through. It is hard to balance the amount of detail to keep the reader engaged while relating the horrific details and the ongoing impact of colonialisation.
David Marr has been careful to seek guidance from First Nations Peoples and acknowledges this history is theirs to tell. He tells the story of his family from his perspective and with respect.
It is a history that needs to be told and often.
Having said that, I as with a number of others, did find it a slog to get through. It is hard to balance the amount of detail to keep the reader engaged while relating the horrific details and the ongoing impact of colonialisation.
David Marr has been careful to seek guidance from First Nations Peoples and acknowledges this history is theirs to tell. He tells the story of his family from his perspective and with respect.
It is a history that needs to be told and often.