Other Sellers on Amazon
Added
Not added
$60.42
& FREE Delivery
& FREE Delivery
Sold by: PBShopUK-au TRACKED
Sold by: PBShopUK-au TRACKED
(1795 ratings)
87% positive over last 12 months
87% positive over last 12 months
Only 3 left in stock.
Delivery Rates and Return policy Added
Not added
$60.05
+ $3.00 Delivery
+ $3.00 Delivery
Sold by: Book Depository UK
Sold by: Book Depository UK
(34309 ratings)
88% positive over last 12 months
88% positive over last 12 months
Usually dispatched within 4 to 5 days.
Delivery Rates and Return policy Added
Not added
$63.64
+ $4.99 Delivery
+ $4.99 Delivery
Sold by: MplusL
Sold by: MplusL
(2489 ratings)
93% positive over last 12 months
93% positive over last 12 months
Only 3 left in stock.
Delivery Rates and Return policy 
Download the free Kindle app and start reading Kindle books instantly on your smartphone, tablet or computer – no Kindle device required. Learn more
Read instantly on your browser with Kindle Cloud Reader.
Using your mobile phone camera, scan the code below and download the Kindle app.


Flip to back Flip to front
Marcia Langton: Welcome to Country: A Travel Guide to Indigenous Australia Hardcover – 1 May 2018
by
Marcia Langton
(Author)
Enhance your purchase
Marcia Langton: Welcome to Country is a curated guidebook to Indigenous Australia and the Torres Strait Islands. In its pages, respected scholar and author Professor Marcia Langton offers fascinating insights into Indigenous languages and customs, history, native title, art and dance, storytelling, and cultural awareness and etiquette for visitors. There is also a directory of Indigenous tourism experiences, organised by state or territory, covering galleries and festivals, national parks and museums, communities that are open to visitors, as well as tours and performances.
This book is essential for anyone travelling around Australia who wants to learn more about the culture that has thrived here for over 50,000 years. It also offers the chance to enjoy tourism opportunities that will show you a different side of this fascinating country — one that remains dynamic, and is filled with openness and diversity.
This book is essential for anyone travelling around Australia who wants to learn more about the culture that has thrived here for over 50,000 years. It also offers the chance to enjoy tourism opportunities that will show you a different side of this fascinating country — one that remains dynamic, and is filled with openness and diversity.
- Print length240 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- PublisherHardie Grant Explore
- Publication date1 May 2018
- Dimensions17.7 x 3.1 x 21.6 cm
- ISBN-101741175437
- ISBN-13978-1741175431
New children's books bundles!
Book bundles for children's growth and development. Shop now
Customers who viewed this item also viewed
Page 1 of 1 Start overPage 1 of 1
Product description
Review
'Academic Marcia Langton has produced the perfect book for people who want to know more about our rich Indigenous history. Whether you just want to find out more about where you live or you want to plan a trip, this is wonderful guide to culture and places.' – Mark Rubbo, Readings
‘It’s a big call, but Welcome to Country should be in the hands (and hearts) of every Australian traveller seeking a fresh outlook.’ – Graham Erbacher, The Australian
‘A landmark travel guide to Indigenous Australia … a handy reference for how tourists might best travel through different cultures and sacred lands.’ – ABC Radio National
‘Welcome to Country is an exemplary book, especially as a tourist guide. It is a handbook in more ways than one. … it gives us the history of Aboriginal Australia, written for tourists, but mandatory for all Australians …’ – Australia Explained
‘Welcome to Country is a practical and beautiful guide to Indigenous Australia, but it should come with a warning: … you’ll have serious FOMO after digesting its contents …’ – Blank Gold Coast
‘This resource, so beautifully packaged, will encourage the start of two-way learning as well as the consideration of Indigenous enterprise as a first priority.’ – Rachel Bin Salleh, Magabala Books
‘Who better to bring us a guidebook to Indigenous Australia and the Torres Strait Islands than the wonderful Professor Marcia Langton.’ – Australian Women’s Weekly
‘Welcome to Country goes beyond other Australian travel guides; it’s also an introduction to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culture and places of interest.’ – Books + Publishing
‘Langton’s definitive travel guide is as informative for non-indigenous Australians as it is for overseas visitors.’ – Brisbane News
‘[H]ear from one of Australia’s most important voices, wise, considered, never boring.’ – Kathleen Noonan, Courier Mail Brisbane
‘It’s a unique and comprehensive guide containing a dazzling collection of Indigenous travel experiences with detailed notes on getting to them, when best to go and what to see.’ – Sydney Morning Herald
‘Langton’s new book Welcome to Country, released by Hardie Grant, opens up the secret locations to anyone with a map and a willingness to understand more about indigenous culture and history.’ – Kirsten Robb, The Weekly Review
'Inside the premise is simple enough, but it’s never been done – a travel guide, to the whole country, that leads the voyager to Aboriginal owned-and-run experiences ... During a recent two-month trip around the country I used my copy and can attest to it being a perfect companion.' - Tara June Winch, The Guardian
‘It’s a big call, but Welcome to Country should be in the hands (and hearts) of every Australian traveller seeking a fresh outlook.’ -- Graham Erbacher ― The Australian
‘A landmark travel guide to Indigenous Australia …a handy reference for how tourists might best travel through different cultures and sacred lands.’ ― ABC Radio National
‘Welcome to Country is an exemplary book, especially as a tourist guide. It is a handbook in more ways than one. … it gives us the history of Aboriginal Australia, written for tourists, but mandatory for all Australians …’ ― Australia Explained
‘Welcome to Country is a practical and beautiful guide to Indigenous Australia, but it should come with a warning: … you’ll have serious FOMO after digesting its contents …' ― Blank Gold Coast
‘This resource, so beautifully packaged, will encourage the start of two-way learning as well as the consideration of Indigenous enterprise as a first priority.’ -- Rachel Bin Salleh ― Magabala Books
'Who better to bring us a guidebook to Indigenous Australia and the Torres Strait Islands than the wonderful Professor Marcia Langton.' ― Australian Women’s Weekly
‘Welcome to Country goes beyond other Australian travel guides; it’s also an introduction to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culture and places of interest.’ ― Books + Publishing
‘Langton’s definitive travel guide is as informative for non-indigenous Australians as it is for overseas visitors.’ ― Brisbane News
‘[H]ear from one of Australia’s most important voices, wise, considered, never boring.’ -- Kathleen Noonan ― Courier Mail Brisbane
‘It’s a unique and comprehensive guide containing a dazzling collection of Indigenous travel experiences with detailed notes on getting to them, when best to go and what to see.’ ― Sydney Morning Herald
‘Langton’s new book Welcome to Country, released by Hardie Grant, opens up the secret locations to anyone with a map and a willingness to understand more about indigenous culture and history.’ -- Kirsten Robb ― The Weekly Review
‘It’s a big call, but Welcome to Country should be in the hands (and hearts) of every Australian traveller seeking a fresh outlook.’ – Graham Erbacher, The Australian
‘A landmark travel guide to Indigenous Australia … a handy reference for how tourists might best travel through different cultures and sacred lands.’ – ABC Radio National
‘Welcome to Country is an exemplary book, especially as a tourist guide. It is a handbook in more ways than one. … it gives us the history of Aboriginal Australia, written for tourists, but mandatory for all Australians …’ – Australia Explained
‘Welcome to Country is a practical and beautiful guide to Indigenous Australia, but it should come with a warning: … you’ll have serious FOMO after digesting its contents …’ – Blank Gold Coast
‘This resource, so beautifully packaged, will encourage the start of two-way learning as well as the consideration of Indigenous enterprise as a first priority.’ – Rachel Bin Salleh, Magabala Books
‘Who better to bring us a guidebook to Indigenous Australia and the Torres Strait Islands than the wonderful Professor Marcia Langton.’ – Australian Women’s Weekly
‘Welcome to Country goes beyond other Australian travel guides; it’s also an introduction to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culture and places of interest.’ – Books + Publishing
‘Langton’s definitive travel guide is as informative for non-indigenous Australians as it is for overseas visitors.’ – Brisbane News
‘[H]ear from one of Australia’s most important voices, wise, considered, never boring.’ – Kathleen Noonan, Courier Mail Brisbane
‘It’s a unique and comprehensive guide containing a dazzling collection of Indigenous travel experiences with detailed notes on getting to them, when best to go and what to see.’ – Sydney Morning Herald
‘Langton’s new book Welcome to Country, released by Hardie Grant, opens up the secret locations to anyone with a map and a willingness to understand more about indigenous culture and history.’ – Kirsten Robb, The Weekly Review
'Inside the premise is simple enough, but it’s never been done – a travel guide, to the whole country, that leads the voyager to Aboriginal owned-and-run experiences ... During a recent two-month trip around the country I used my copy and can attest to it being a perfect companion.' - Tara June Winch, The Guardian
‘It’s a big call, but Welcome to Country should be in the hands (and hearts) of every Australian traveller seeking a fresh outlook.’ -- Graham Erbacher ― The Australian
‘A landmark travel guide to Indigenous Australia …a handy reference for how tourists might best travel through different cultures and sacred lands.’ ― ABC Radio National
‘Welcome to Country is an exemplary book, especially as a tourist guide. It is a handbook in more ways than one. … it gives us the history of Aboriginal Australia, written for tourists, but mandatory for all Australians …’ ― Australia Explained
‘Welcome to Country is a practical and beautiful guide to Indigenous Australia, but it should come with a warning: … you’ll have serious FOMO after digesting its contents …' ― Blank Gold Coast
‘This resource, so beautifully packaged, will encourage the start of two-way learning as well as the consideration of Indigenous enterprise as a first priority.’ -- Rachel Bin Salleh ― Magabala Books
'Who better to bring us a guidebook to Indigenous Australia and the Torres Strait Islands than the wonderful Professor Marcia Langton.' ― Australian Women’s Weekly
‘Welcome to Country goes beyond other Australian travel guides; it’s also an introduction to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culture and places of interest.’ ― Books + Publishing
‘Langton’s definitive travel guide is as informative for non-indigenous Australians as it is for overseas visitors.’ ― Brisbane News
‘[H]ear from one of Australia’s most important voices, wise, considered, never boring.’ -- Kathleen Noonan ― Courier Mail Brisbane
‘It’s a unique and comprehensive guide containing a dazzling collection of Indigenous travel experiences with detailed notes on getting to them, when best to go and what to see.’ ― Sydney Morning Herald
‘Langton’s new book Welcome to Country, released by Hardie Grant, opens up the secret locations to anyone with a map and a willingness to understand more about indigenous culture and history.’ -- Kirsten Robb ― The Weekly Review
About the Author
Professor Marcia Langton AO PhD Macq U, BA (Hons) ANU, FASSA is one of Australia's most important voices for Indigenous Australia. As an anthropologist and geographer, she has made a significant contribution to government and non-government policy as well as to Indigenous studies, native title and resource management, art and culture, and women's rights. Professor Langton has held the Foundation Chair of Australian Indigenous Studies at the University of Melbourne since February 2000. In 2016, she was honoured as a Redmond Barry Distinguished Professor, and was then appointed as the first Associate Provost at the University of Melbourne in 2017. She has received many other accolades, including the Officer of the Order of Australia award in 2020. The first edition of Marcia Langton: Welcome to Country was published in 2018 has sold in excess of 40,000 copies since its release.
Start reading Marcia Langton on your Kindle in under a minute.
Don't have a Kindle? Get your Kindle here, or download a FREE Kindle Reading App.
Don't have a Kindle? Get your Kindle here, or download a FREE Kindle Reading App.
New children's books bundles!
Book bundles for children's growth and development. Shop now
Product details
- Publisher : Hardie Grant Explore; Hardback edition (1 May 2018)
- Language : English
- Hardcover : 240 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1741175437
- ISBN-13 : 978-1741175431
- Dimensions : 17.7 x 3.1 x 21.6 cm
- Best Sellers Rank: 44,560 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- 92 in Tourist Destinations & Museum Guides
- 128 in Indigenous Peoples Studies
- 6,109 in Crafts, Hobbies & Home (Books)
- Customer Reviews:
Customer reviews
4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5 out of 5
28 global ratings
How are ratings calculated?
To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. It also analyses reviews to verify trustworthiness.
Top reviews
Top reviews from Australia
There was a problem filtering reviews right now. Please try again later.
TOP 100 REVIEWER
Verified Purchase
This is aimed at young people but I think it is for everyone. It’s a easy to read summary of Aboriginal communities, values, family systems and spirituality. There is so much we don’t know about First Australians. I learned so much from reading this very practical guide- it really opened my eyes. I hope this can be included on all school book lists because understanding can eliminate racist assumptions and make Australia a stronger healthier community.
Helpful
Reviewed in Australia on 3 March 2020
Verified Purchase
I expected that book would be the definitive indigenous travel book and as I am planning a trip to Carnarvon Gorge in Queensland I was looking to gain insights to the rock art and history. One of our great indigenous sites and it seems to this author it doesnt exist to this author..Boo!
Perhaps I should write an addendum with photos....
Perhaps I should write an addendum with photos....
Reviewed in Australia on 12 December 2019
Verified Purchase
I didn't realise how ignorant I was until I read this great book. I am ashamed our education system hasn't enshrined our First Peoples rich and very long history within the schools curriculum.
One person found this helpful
Report abuse
Reviewed in Australia on 6 September 2018
Verified Purchase
An amazing book about amazing people and cultures.
Provides so much information in a very accessible and very readable manner.
Provides so much information in a very accessible and very readable manner.
Reviewed in Australia on 14 March 2020
Verified Purchase
very good
Reviewed in Australia on 30 June 2018
Verified Purchase
We have needed this book for at least 5 generations.
TOP 10 REVIEWER
5.0 out of 5 stars
‘Australia is alive with the long history of the Indigenous people, our culture and our presence.’
Reviewed in Australia on 10 June 2019
There are two parts to this beautifully presented book. The first part introduces Indigenous cultures, and the second part explores Indigenous Australia by State and Territory. Reading through this book made me aware of just how ignorant I am of so much Indigenous Australian culture and history. Partly this is because Indigenous history was not taught when I was at school in the 1960s (not in regional Tasmania, anyway) and partly it’s because my learning has focussed on European history.
This book provides a wonderful starting point for those of us who want to know more about the history and culture of Indigenous Australians. Part one of the book covers Indigenous languages and customs, art and dance, storytelling history and native title, as well as cultural awareness and etiquette for visitors. Perhaps most importantly, Professor Langton explains what ‘country’ means to Indigenous people. And, as I am reminded that I am reading about one of the oldest continuous cultures on earth, I can appreciate how important that connection to country is.
The second part of the book provides a comprehensive listing of Indigenous Australian experiences, including galleries, festivals, tours and performances as well as communities that are open to visitors. Importantly, this listing also includes information such as the distance to the nearest town, and (where applicable) restrictions on visiting.
Both Australians and visitors to Australia will find this book useful. For older Australians like me who grew up knowing little about the history of Australia before European settlement, this is an invaluable starting point. I’ve added several places to my ‘must visit’ list.
Jennifer Cameron-Smith
This book provides a wonderful starting point for those of us who want to know more about the history and culture of Indigenous Australians. Part one of the book covers Indigenous languages and customs, art and dance, storytelling history and native title, as well as cultural awareness and etiquette for visitors. Perhaps most importantly, Professor Langton explains what ‘country’ means to Indigenous people. And, as I am reminded that I am reading about one of the oldest continuous cultures on earth, I can appreciate how important that connection to country is.
The second part of the book provides a comprehensive listing of Indigenous Australian experiences, including galleries, festivals, tours and performances as well as communities that are open to visitors. Importantly, this listing also includes information such as the distance to the nearest town, and (where applicable) restrictions on visiting.
Both Australians and visitors to Australia will find this book useful. For older Australians like me who grew up knowing little about the history of Australia before European settlement, this is an invaluable starting point. I’ve added several places to my ‘must visit’ list.
Jennifer Cameron-Smith
2 people found this helpful
Report abuse
5.0 out of 5 stars
Beautiful insightful informative guide to the riches to be found in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australia
Reviewed in Australia on 11 June 2018
I could not rate this book highly enough. It is the most amazing combination of research, art, culture, spirituality and history that provides so much insight into this Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of Australia. As a travel guide it completely rewrites all the rules, providing a next level introduction to Australia.
Top reviews from other countries

Martina A. Nicolls
5.0 out of 5 stars
State by state tour guide around indigenous Australia
Reviewed in the United States on 17 February 2021Verified Purchase
This is the first comprehensive travel guide to Indigenous Australia and the Torres Strait Islands. Author Professor Langton, a descendant of the Yiman and Bidjara nations of Aboriginal Australian peoples, is an anthropologist and geographer, and the first Associate Provost at the University of Melbourne.
The author begins with suggestions for guided walking tours around Sydney Harbour and in Melbourne. She also discusses indigenous art – from rock drawings to bark paintings to early engravings, textiles, and modern interpretations that demonstrate a wide variety of styles. She also mentions indigenous music and provides examples of well-known artists and songs. There are also festivals, museums, galleries, parks, gardens, and bushwalking tours. She also explains Aboriginal rights to land and the stolen generations.
The author explains customs, place names, people’s names, and provides culturally appropriate recommendations for tourists, such as the use of photography and videos. She also provides a list of Aboriginal poets, writers, and playwrights as a starting guide to the literature. And food.
Most of the book is a comprehensive series of tourist places around Australia and Torres Strait Islands, state by state, to visit cultural sites, festivals, tours, attractions, and lands. This is an excellent tourism and travel guide with a great diversity of things to see and do, as well as to understand and enjoy.
The author begins with suggestions for guided walking tours around Sydney Harbour and in Melbourne. She also discusses indigenous art – from rock drawings to bark paintings to early engravings, textiles, and modern interpretations that demonstrate a wide variety of styles. She also mentions indigenous music and provides examples of well-known artists and songs. There are also festivals, museums, galleries, parks, gardens, and bushwalking tours. She also explains Aboriginal rights to land and the stolen generations.
The author explains customs, place names, people’s names, and provides culturally appropriate recommendations for tourists, such as the use of photography and videos. She also provides a list of Aboriginal poets, writers, and playwrights as a starting guide to the literature. And food.
Most of the book is a comprehensive series of tourist places around Australia and Torres Strait Islands, state by state, to visit cultural sites, festivals, tours, attractions, and lands. This is an excellent tourism and travel guide with a great diversity of things to see and do, as well as to understand and enjoy.
2 people found this helpful
Report abuse