{"title":"Victor Steffensen","description":"\u003cp\u003eVictor Steffensen’s books offer a profound exploration of connection to Country, blending Indigenous knowledge with insights into fire ecology and environmental stewardship. Readers can expect thoughtful reflections on how traditional practices shape the landscape and foster harmony between people and nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom engaging stories suitable for children to insightful memoirs and scientific perspectives, this collection invites readers to deepen their understanding of Country, fire, and the living environment through a uniquely informed and respectful lens.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"animals-on-country-by-victor-steffensen-9781761181566","title":"Animals on Country","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor thousands of years, Aboriginal people looked after the land to keep it healthy, so there was plenty of food for the animals to eat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut today, the animals are wondering what has happened to the people. Trees have been cut down, land has been cleared, and rivers have been polluted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJoin Uncle Kuu as he takes children out on Country to learn about the First Peoples' traditions of caring for animals, and in turn, caring for Country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBy First Nations people and non-Indigenous Australians coming together, we can all be part of the animal world and help to look after the animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eFire Country\u003c\/i\u003e comes this endearing picture book for children aged 5-10 years that celebrates the value of Indigenous knowledge in modern Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46740093731052,"sku":"9781761181566","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/d6146589ca58e50f133d263aff86e736.jpg?v=1755558744"},{"product_id":"fire-country-by-victor-steffensen-9781741177268","title":"Fire Country","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelving deep into the Australian landscape and the environmental challenges we face, \u003ci\u003eFire Country\u003c\/i\u003e is a powerful account from Indigenous land management expert Victor Steffensen on how the revival of cultural burning practices, and improved 'reading' of country, could help to restore our land.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom a young age, Victor has had a passion for traditional cultural and ecological knowledge. This was further developed after meeting two Elders, who were to become his mentors and teach him the importance of cultural burning. Developed over many generations, this knowledge shows clearly that Australia actually needs fire. Moreover, fire is an important part of a holistic approach to the environment, and when burning is done in a carefully considered manner, this ensures proper land care and healing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVictor's story is unassuming and honest, while demonstrating the incredibly sophisticated and complex cultural knowledge that has been passed down to him, which he wants to share with others. As global warming sees more parts of our planet burning, this book emphasises the value of Indigenous knowledge systems. There is much evidence that, if adopted, it could greatly benefit the land here in Australia and around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46827317362924,"sku":"9781741177268","price":44.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/25760153482807.jpg?v=1758156155"},{"product_id":"looking-after-country-with-fire-by-victor-steffensen-9781741177824","title":"Looking After Country with Fire","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSHORTLISTED FOR THE 2023 WILDERNESS 'KARAJIA AWARDS FOR CHILDREN'S LITERATURE'\u003cbr\u003e SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2023 WILDERNESS 'ENVIRONMENT AWARDS'\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLooking After Country with Fire\u003c\/em\u003e is a picture book for 5- to 10-year-olds that demonstrates respect for Indigenous knowledge, following the success of Victor Steffensen's bestselling adult book \u003cem\u003eFire Country\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMother Nature has a language. If we listen, and read the signs in the land, we can understand it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor thousands of years, First Nations people have listened and responded to the land and made friends with fire, using this knowledge to encourage plants and seeds to flourish, and creating beautiful places for both animals and people to live.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJoin Uncle Kuu as he takes us out on Country and explains cultural burning. Featuring stunning artwork by Sandra Steffensen, this is a powerful and timely story of understanding Australia's ecosystems through Indigenous fire management, and a respectful way forward for future generations to help manage our landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the back of the book, you will also find lyrics to a song written by author Victor Steffensen with the same title, \u003cem\u003eLooking After Country with Fire\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46827381981420,"sku":"9781741177824","price":35.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/25765713482807.jpg?v=1758160873"},{"product_id":"the-trees-by-victor-steffensen-9781741178876","title":"The Trees","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake a walk with Uncle Kuu in \u003ci\u003eThe Trees\u003c\/i\u003e, a picture book about caring for Country and respect for Indigenous knowledge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLooking after the trees is important for keeping Country happy and healthy. 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