Discover the depth and diversity of Indigenous knowledge systems through First Knowledges: The Collection, a beautifully presented box set bringing together all ten titles in the acclaimed First Knowledges series.

Curated by Margo Ngawa Neale, former Senior Indigenous Curator at the National Museum of Australia, the series explores vital areas of knowledge including Country, Astronomy, Plants, Law, Health, Ceremony, and Politics. Each book is a collaboration between Indigenous and non-Indigenous authors, bringing together over 65,000 years of First Nations knowledge with contemporary perspectives.

Presented in a collectible box featuring Nganampa Ngura (Our Country) artwork by Alec Baker and Kunmanara (Peter) Mungkuri, this landmark collection offers a powerful and accessible introduction to Indigenous knowledge and its relevance today and into the future.

Features

• Complete collection of all ten First Knowledges titles
• Explores Indigenous knowledge systems across diverse fields
• Contributions from leading Indigenous and non-Indigenous authors
• Curated by Margo Ngawa Neale
• Presented in a collectible box set
• Features artwork by Alec Baker and Kunmanara (Peter) Mungkuri
• An essential resource for learning about First Nations perspectives and knowledge systems

Includes

• Songlines by Lynne Kelly & Margo Neale (2020)
• Design by Alison Page & Paul Memmott (2021)
• Country by Bill Gammage & Bruce Pascoe (2021)
• Astronomy by Karlie Noon & Krystal De Napoli (2022)
• Plants by Zena Cumpston, Michael-Shawn Fletcher & Lesley Head (2022)
• Law by Marcia Langton & Aaron Corn (2023)
• Innovation by Ian J. McNiven & Lynette Russell (2023)
• Health by Shawana Andrews, Sandra Eades & Fiona Stanley (2024)
• Ceremony by Wesley Enoch & Georgia Curran (2025)
• Politics by Mary Graham & Morgan Brigg (2026)

Product Details

Format
Boxed Collection

Publisher
Thames & Hudson Australia

Publication Date
30 June 2026

Dimensions
20.8 × 17.2 cm

ISBN
9781760766009

Perfect For

• Readers interested in First Nations culture and knowledge
• Students, educators, and researchers
• Libraries and educational institutions
• Australian history and cultural studies enthusiasts
• Anyone wanting a deeper understanding of Indigenous Australia and its enduring knowledge systems.