LEETON’S Uncle Jimmy Ingram is known for his kindness, his dedication to Indigenous culture and now he can add author to the list.
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Uncle Jimmy will launch his book A Mother as Loving as You at the library on Saturday after having spent countless hours putting his heart and soul into every word.
The senior Wiradjuri Elder grew up under the care and cultural guidance of his mother, who shaped his way of living and understanding of himself as a human being.
He said he wrote the book about her as a way of showing respect.
Uncle Jimmy said he felt cultural renewal can take place through the stories of the Elders and the example of their Elders.
This book is written in Aboriginal English “as she is spoke”.
The illustrations by Bernard Sullivan help show the world what Uncle Jimmy’s words describe.
Uncle Jimmy said he hoped the book would provide an example for younger generations so they may find strength, hope and identity in the example of his mother’s tough, resilient and accomplished life.
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This book was prepared as part of the Giilang Biladha (river of stories) project with Buramababili Gulbali and Charles Sturt University.
The launch will take place at the Leeton library on Saturday at noon. All are welcome to attend.
