‘Reaching through time’ is the powerful story of a Bundjalung womans journey to uncover her family history. Revealing the cataclysmic impact of colonization on Aboriginal families, and how this ripples through to the present. It also shows how family research can bring a deeper understanding and healing of the wounds in our history.
As a former primary school teacher, Shauna Bostock’s curiosity about her ancestors took her all the way to a PhD in Aboriginal history. Shauna says she experienced an inner yearning to find out about her ancestors and what they experienced in life. Reaching Through Time is the story of her journey.’
Shauna joined Rach & Dean on JOY Breakfast to discuss the book, and the importance of her journey.