Australian Aboriginal Mythology Collection

The Tales, Legends, Myths and History of the Aborigines from Australia

By: Charles William Peck, K. Langloh Parker, William Jenkyn Thomas

Narrated by: James Francis Markert

Length: 11 hrs and 8 mins

Publisher's summary

Included in this Collection:

• Australian Legends by Charles William Peck
• Australian Legendary Tales by K. Langloh Parker
• Some Myths and Legends of the Australian Aborigines by William Jenkyn Thomas
• Historical Introduction to the Australian Aborigines

Australian Legends by Charles William Peck

Dive deep into the mystical world of Aboriginal culture with Charles William Peck's landmark work, Australian Legends. As one of the earliest compilations, this book intricately narrates tales steeped in Dreamtime mythology, helping you explore the indigenous culture's understanding of the cosmos, morality, and the natural world. Peck's storytelling draws you into an ancestral past that resonates profoundly with modern listeners.

Australian Legendary Tales by K. Langloh Parker
Discover a collection that has stood the test of time with K. Langloh Parker's Australian Legendary Tales. Parker, an early recorder of Aboriginal folklore, offers vivid stories that bring to life the rich tapestry of beliefs, animals, and landscapes sacred to Australia's First Peoples. These tales capture the imagination and give insights into a culture deeply connected to the natural world.

Some Myths and Legends of the Australian Aborigines by William Jenkyn Thomas

Thomas' Some Myths and Legends of the Australian Aborigines is a carefully curated collection that explores various aspects of Aboriginal mythology. With an anthropological lens, Thomas dives into themes such as morality, human-nature relationships, and ancestral beings.

Although the book serves as a historical document, listeners should note that it reflects the limitations and perspectives of its time.

Here is a non-exhaustive list of the myths inside this collection:

• A Royal Visit
• The First Waratah
• The First Gymea or Gigantic Lily
• Why the Turtle Has No Tail
• The Flood
• How the Waratah Got Its Honey
• Why the Sun Sets
• What the Moon Is
• The Origin of the Narran Lake
• Gooloo the Magpie, and the Wahroogah
• The Weeoonibeens and the Piggiebillah
• Bootoolgah the Crane and Goonur the Kangaroo Rat, the Fire Makers
• Weedah the Mocking Bird
• The Gwineeboos the Redbreasts
• Meamei the Seven Sisters
• A Legend of the Great Flood
• How the Stars Were Made
• Why the Crow Is Black
• Why Flying Foxes Hang from Trees
• Why Blackfellows Never Travel Alone
• How The Kangaroo Got a Long Tail, and the Wombat a Flat Forehead
• Why the Emu Has Short Wings and the Native Companion a Harsh Voice
• How the Sun Was Made

Why This Collection Is a Must-Have

• Unparalleled in its depth, drawing from seminal works to provide a comprehensive view of Aboriginal mythology.
• Annotated with historical and cultural context, aiding a richer understanding of each tale.
• Captivating storytelling that spans a range of themes—creation, morality, natural phenomena, and more.

Public Domain (P)2023 Chronos Publishing

3 different books in one title

This audiobook is made up of three different books and styles from three different Authors. The first book was about Myths and legends based off of actual facts passed down through generations and the other two are set as stories. The narrator did a good job of reading and acting out the different stories and his accents were spot on. I would recommend this collection to those that are fans of Aboriginal mythology and legends. I received an ARC but am voluntarily leaving my own opinion in this review.

3-in-1!

This audiobook is a great value that includes three books which each add a unique perspective on the Australian people. I particularly liked the myths and legends but the dream walker analysis and anthropological perspective all provide greater depth. The narrator provided a great deliver for these tales.

Three Collections of Australian Aboriginal Tales

These stories are quite different from most collections of traditional myths and legends. There are no kings or princesses, no knights or ladies. For the most part, the stories in these collections have to do with how plants, animals and geographic landmarks came about. The characters are animals or ordinary folks.
It's an interesting collection and refreshingly original.

Love hearing these stories narrated

I have to begin by complimenting Mr. Markert in his narration skills. His voice is soothing and perfect for storytelling. He uses voice modulation well and his ability to pronounce the Aboriginal words is amazing.

I liked the book. I found it informative and entertaining. I was fascinated by how one set of stories seems to be primarily focused on flowers, while another focuses more on birds and the third seems to focus on animals that developed from men. The other common theme I noticed is about the stars. Several stories are about how the Pleiades was formed. The authors did a great job of capturing the tales along with the tone of how they should be told. Lots of insightful information about the society of the Aborigines as well.

Australian Aboriginal Mythology

This audiobook consists of three separate volumes compiled by different people, focusing on stories from different regions/tribes. This is interesting because there are sometimes multiple stories explaining the same thing in different ways. For instance, there are at least two separate origin stories for the Pleiades in the first two volumes. I enjoy comparing mythologies, so I find this type of thing fascinating. As always, the narrator is solid and the book is arranged sensibly with some good historical context added.
I received a free Audible copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.