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Paddy Wamma Paddy Wamma i(A127731 works by) (birth name: Ungudman)
Born: Established: ca. 1922 ; Died: Ceased: 2004
Gender: Male
Heritage: Aboriginal Ngarinyin / Ungarinyin ; Aboriginal
(Storyteller) assertion
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1 1 y separately published work icon Gwion Gwion Jeff Doring (editor), Laurie Gawanali , Paddy Wamma , Paddy Neowarra , David Mowaljarlai , Germany : Könemann , 2000 Z1631263 2000 anthology oral history short story lyric/song

'Led by four Aboriginal lawmen, Secret and Sacred Pathways chronicles a journey into North Western Australia to uncover some of the oldest figurative paintings on the continent, known as Gwion. The ancient rock art illustrates a distinct society whose customs are still celebrated today. With an enlightening text and lavish illustrations, Secret and Sacred Pathways studies the significance of these works, allowing the reader to take a trip through history.' (Publication summary)
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