Award-winning author Steven Gapps reveals the breadth of frontier resistance warfare in his new book, Uprising: War in the Colony of New South Wales, 1838–1844. Join Steven at an upcoming event near you, and gain a deeper understanding of First Nations histories.
Close to Home: Colonial Violence and Family Histories Newcastle Writers Festival – Saturday 5 April
Now, more than ever before, we seem more willing to acknowledge difficult histories in our family trees. At the same time, historians are increasingly writing about colonial violence and challenging long-held myths. What impact is this having on how we see Australia’s past, as well as our own? John Maynard, Mark Dunn, Stephen Gapps, and Kate Grenville speak with Julie McIntyre about their experiences of encountering dark moments in their research and how they’ve dealt with them in their work.
Supported by the History Council of NSW.
Benella Library – Wednesday 9 April
Join award-winning historian Dr Stephen Gapps for a fascinating discussion on his latest book, Uprising – War in the Colony of New South Wales, 1838–1844. This compelling work examines the Broken River conflict and the wider Aboriginal resistance to colonial expansion between 1838 and 1844, offering fresh perspectives on Australia's Frontier Wars.
Dr Gapps will be joined by an esteemed panel: historian and local educator Hamish McPherson, Yorta Yorta woman Cheryl Cooper, a respected textile artist, and Professor Kate Auty, a researcher in environmental and social justice. Together, they will explore the historical and cultural significance of this turbulent period.
Museum of the Riverina, Botanic Gardens, Wagga – Thursday 10 April
Join us for a special event featuring historian Stephen Gapps in-conversation with Museum of the Riverina Curator Sam Leah about Stephens latest book Uprising.
Uprising tells the story of the Second Wiradyuri War of Resistance (1838-1841), which was conducted across a huge area of the Murray-Darling river system and numerous First Nations' lands, in defence of River Country.
Following the conversation audience members will be invited to participate in a Q&A session. Book sales, signing and light refreshments will also be available. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear new perspectives and join the conversation
Bathurst Library – Thursday 17 April
Join Dr Stephen Gapps, award-winning author of The Sydney Wars and Gudyarra as he launches his new book about frontier resistance warfare, Uprising.
Writers @ Stanton: Stephen Gapps – Tuesday 18 March
Discover the tale of the frontier resistance warfare during the Wiradyuri Wars of Resistance with award-winning author Stephen Gapps.
Blackheath History Forum – Saturday 24 May
Join Stephen Gapps in conversation with Naomi Parry Duncan.
