Lowitja: The Authorised Biography of Lowitja O'Donoghue

Biography & Memoir History Australiana

Lowitja: The Authorised Biography of Lowitja O'Donoghue by Stuart Rintoul offers an engaging, fully authorized look at the life of one of Australia’s most respected Indigenous leaders. Written in a clear, accessible style, the biography traces Lowitja’s journey from her early years on the mission to her groundbreaking work in health, government and advocacy.

Rintoul’s narrative blends cultural history with personal memoir, highlighting Lowitja’s role in shaping Aboriginal policy and her lasting impact on Australian society. The book is suitable for young readers aged 9‑12 as well as teens, adults and anyone interested in Indigenous history, cultural studies or Australian politics.

Published by Allen & Unwin in 2021, this 320‑page hardcover comes with its original dust jacket and reflects the modern, contemporary tone of recent Australian biography. It sits comfortably within the biography, history and cultural studies genres, making it a valuable addition to any collection.

The copy is in very good condition, with clean, tidy pages, a tight and strong binding, and no dog‑ears or handwriting. It comes from a smoke‑free home and includes the dust jacket, ensuring a well‑preserved reading experience.