Australianama: The South Asian Odyssey in Australia

Name: Australianama: The South Asian Odyssey in Australia
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Book Synopsis: Australian deserts remain dotted with the ruins of old mosques. Beginning with a Bengali poetry collection discovered in a nineteenth-century mosque in the town of Broken Hill, Samia Khatun weaves together the stories of various peoples colonized by the British Empire to chart a history of South Asian diaspora. Australia has long been an outpost of Anglo empires in the Indian Ocean world, today the site of military infrastructure central to the surveillance of 'Muslim-majority' countries across the region. Imperial knowledges from Australian territories contribute significantly to the Islamic-Western binary of the post- Cold War era. In narrating a history of Indian Ocean connections from the perspectives of those colonized by the British, Khatun highlights alternative contexts against which to consider accounts of non-white people. Australianama challenges a central idea that powerfully shapes history books across the Anglophone world: the colonial myth that European knowledge traditions are superior to the epistemologies of the colonized. Arguing that Aboriginal and South Asian language sources are keys to the vast, complex libraries that belie colonized geographies, Khatun shows that stories in colonized tongues can transform the very ground from which we view past, present and future.

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Step into the hidden corners of Australian history with "Australianama: The South Asian Odyssey in Australia"! Discover the untold stories of South Asian diaspora woven together by author Samia Khatun. Uncover the ruins of old mosques in Australian deserts, each holding secrets of a bygone era. This book challenges traditional colonial narratives, offering a fresh perspective on the diverse cultures that have shaped Australia's identity.

Delve into the rich tapestry of Indian Ocean connections and reclaim histories from the perspectives of those colonized by the British Empire. Australianama sheds light on the overlooked voices and experiences that have been marginalized in mainstream historical accounts. Through engaging storytelling and meticulous research, Khatun invites readers to explore the complexities of power dynamics and knowledge systems in the post-Cold War era.

Uncover the hidden gems of Aboriginal and South Asian languages that hold the keys to unlocking a deeper understanding of our shared past. Australianama challenges the notion of European superiority in knowledge traditions, urging readers to embrace diverse epistemologies that have long been overshadowed. Prepare to embark on an enlightening journey that will reshape your perception of history and broaden your cultural horizons!

Get your copy of Australianama today and embark on a transformative exploration of Australia's multicultural heritage!

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