The Legend of Kupirri, or, The Red Kangaroo by W. A. Cawthorne
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| Author | Cawthorne, W. A. (William Alexander), 1825-1897 |
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| Title |
The Legend of Kupirri, or, The Red Kangaroo An Aboriginal Tradition of the Port Lincoln Tribe |
| Note | Reading ease score: 71.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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Produced by Chuck Greif & The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from scans of public domain works at The National Library of Australia.) |
| Summary | "The Legend of Kupirri, or, The Red Kangaroo" by W. A. Cawthorne is a narrative rooted in Aboriginal oral tradition, likely written in the mid-19th century. This tale reflects the myths of the Port Lincoln tribe and recounts the story of a ferocious kangaroo, Kupirri, and the heroic efforts of two hunters, Pilla and Inda, to defeat it. The book is a blend of folklore and cultural history, capturing themes of bravery, revenge, and transformation. The storyline centers on the immense kangaroo, Kupirri, which has terrorized the tribe by devouring its members. When two skilled hunters, Pilla and Inda, arise to confront this monstrous foe, their initial attempts fail, leading to conflict between them. Ultimately, they reconcile and, through teamwork, manage to vanquish Kupirri, discovering the bodies of their comrades inside it. Miraculously, they revive their fallen friends using their magical knowledge. Following this triumph, Pilla and Inda are transformed into the Native Cat and the Oppossum, respectively, symbolizing their lasting legacy within the tribe and the natural world. The tale captures a rich tapestry of Aboriginal life, beliefs, and the significance of oral storytelling. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Aboriginal Australians -- Folklore -- Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 56284 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2018 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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