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‘drifting seaweed’ and ‘waving coral’ evoke the wonder of our beaches and the treasures to be found

The evocative photographs provided by the authors bring an intimacy to this vital historical testimony that will be enjoyed by Indigenous and non-Indigenous readers alike

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