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Charts the life and thought of Noel Pearson, from his early days as a native title lawyer to his position today as one of Australia's most influential figures. There are pieces on the apology; on Barack Obama and black leadership; and on alcoholism, despair and what can be done to mend Aboriginal communities that have fallen apart.

(Paperback, 55th edition)

Over the next two years, Australians will decide if and how Aboriginal people will be recognised in the Constitution. Professor Greg Craven writes: 'We have a committed Prime Minister, and a committed opposition. We have a receptive electorate. There will never be a better time. We have no choice but to address the question.

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Noel Pearson turns his attention to the question of education. He argues powerfully that underclass students, many of whom are Aboriginal, should receive a rigorous schooling that gives them the means to negotiate the wider world. He examines the long-term failure of educational policy in Australia, especially in the indigenous sector

(Paperback, 35th edition)

Noel Pearson argues that nothing is more crucial to future success than a proper education, and that too many in our society are being left behind. He also looks critically at some of the most difficult and controversial issues. Does education for the many mean a lowering of overall standards Can one teach empowerment

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