Throughout a distinguished career, Alexis Wright has significantly enriched the country’s understanding of Aboriginal cultures. Her newest work – composed entirely of first-person testimony – marks a departure from acclaimed fiction such as the Miles Franklin-winning Carpentaria. It tells the true story of Tracker Tilmouth, a member of the Stolen Generation who fought tirelessly for self-determination for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. In conversation with The Australian’s Chief Literary Critic Geordie Williamson, Alexis explains how the charismatic political thinker inspired Alexis’ return to non-fiction.

SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.

Throughout a distinguished career, Alexis Wright has significantly enriched the country&rsquo;s understanding of Aboriginal cultures. Her newest work &ndash; composed entirely of first-person testimony &ndash; marks a departure from acclaimed fiction such as the Miles Franklin-winning&nbsp;Carpentaria. It tells the true story of Tracker Tilmouth, a member of the Stolen Generation who fought tirelessly for self-determination for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. In conversation with&nbsp;The Australian&rsquo;s Chief Literary Critic Geordie Williamson, Alexis explains how the charismatic political thinker inspired Alexis&rsquo; return to non-fiction.
SWF podcasts are also available on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/sydney-writers-festival/id985898011?mt=2">iTunes</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://spoti.fi/2Qys9Rc">Spotify</a>.

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