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REVIEWS © experienced, in order to be comprehended. For those who do appreciate the rational world, though, do not be discouraged. Author Robert Lawlor regularly brings in scientific discoveries and principles— things like 'sacred geometry’ pop up and give a balanced perspective which really helps our culture understand their culture. Every Australian should read this book: it contains much that you won't learn at school or university. Be warned, though: reading this book will give you a whole new attitude towards the Aboriginal peo- ple—one which is long overdue. especially the fish ones. For those new to macrobiotics, or those needing a brush up on theory, technique and practice, you will find the introduc- tion most useful. The recipes are gleaned from a combina- tion of over a dozen well known Aussie cooks, so you are guaranteed an excellent range of culinary feasts. Read, eat and enjoy. VOICES OF THE FIRST DAY Awakening In The Aboriginal Dreamtime by Robert Lawlor Published by Inner Traditions, 1 Park Street, Rochester, VT 05767, USA, 1991 ISBN 8 89281 3555 RRP: $30.00, 412 pages, soft cover Available: Sydney Esoteric Bookshop (see advert on page 59). This is by far the best book I have ever seen on the subject of Aboriginal culture. It is very hard, if not impossible, for the western mind to totally grasp the concepts and culture of one of the most ancient races alive today—but Voices of the First Day goes a long way to achieving it. More than just a rational appraisal of the subject, this book takes you there. After reading this book I realised that the topic of Aboriginal ‘culture’ and ‘history’ cannot be explained: it almost has to be felt, or HITLER'S WAR by David Irving Published by Focal Point, London, UK, 1991 ISBN 1 872197 108 RRP: $60.00, 857 pages, hard cover Available: Veritas Publishing Co. Pty Ltd, PO Box 42, Cranbrook, WA 6321 (add $5.00 postage when ordering). In some countries this book is classed as a textbook and is compulsory reading, while other countries are trying to ban it. The book gives a very different picture of Hitler and WWH, from that of the Hollywood movies. It does not apologise for Hitler or his actions; it merely reports on the facts, and in many cases the author digs up facts which are not popular with the establishment. It is said that the winners write the histo- 58eNEXUS AUGUST-SEPTEMBER 1993