Meeting the Waylo: Aboriginal Encounters in the Archipelago

A fascinating exploration of first contact between Aboriginal peoples and Makassan traders in Australia's northern archipelago. This UWA Publishing volume uncovers centuries of maritime exchange, cultural interaction, and Indigenous agency long before European settlement. Through archaeological evidence and oral histories, it rewrites the familiar narrative of isolation with one of connection and sophisticated exchange networks. Perfect for readers passionate about Indigenous history, maritime archaeology, or anyone seeking a more complete understanding of Australia's deep past.