The Wonder of Little Things

Vince Copley, Lea McInerney

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HARPER360
07 September 2022

Autobiography: general; History; Indigenous peoples; Political activism

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A First Nations Elder shares his extraordinary story of finding kindness in the midst of prejudice, and joy in living life to the full

'A powerful tale that tells a different story of our country' -- Bruce Pascoe

'A great Australian book about a great Australian' -- Paul Kennedy

'Destined to become a classic' -- Phillip Adams

'Welcome to my story. It's a simple story of a simple person, who's lived a long life now with some struggles along the way. I didn't learn a lot in school, not in the classroom, anyway. But I learned a lot from life.'

Vince Copley was born on a government mission into poverty in 1936. By the time he was fifteen, five of his family had died. But at a home for Aboriginal boys, he befriended future leaders Charles Perkins, John Moriarty and Gordon Briscoe. They were friendships that would last a lifetime.

'Always remember you're as good as anybody else,' his mother, Kate, often told him. And he was, becoming a champion footballer and premiership-winning coach. But change was in the air, and Vince knew he had more to contribute. So he teamed up with Charlie Perkins, his 'brother' from the boys' home, to help make life better for his people. At every step, with his beloved wife, Brenda, Vince found light in the darkness, the friendly face in the crowd, the small moments and little things that make the world go round.

In The Wonder of Little Things, Vince tells his story with humour, humility and wisdom. Written with his friend Lea McInerney over many cups of tea, it is an Australian classic in the making, a plain-speaking account of hardship, courage and optimism told without self-pity or big-noting.

Vince's love of life will make you smile, his heartache will make you cry, and his determination to enjoy life in the face of adversity will inspire you to find the wonder in little things every day.

By: Vince Copley, Lea McInerney
Imprint: HARPER360
Country of Publication: Australia
Dimensions: Height: 235mm, Width: 155mm, Spine: 29mm
Weight: 485g
ISBN: 9780733342448
ISBN 10: 0733342442
Publication Date: 07 September 2022
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

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The Wonder of Little Things

Vince Copley, Lea McInerney

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