02383cam a22003013u 4500 56284 UtSlPG 20260610134310.0 m cr n 260607r2018||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Cawthorne, W. A. (William Alexander), 1825-1897 The Legend of Kupirri, or, The Red Kangaroo : An Aboriginal Tradition of the Port Lincoln Tribe Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2018 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2018-01-01 Produced by Chuck Greif & The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from scans of public domain works at The National Library of Australia.) "The Legend of Kupirri, or, The Red Kangaroo" by W. A. Cawthorne is a narrative rooted in Aboriginal oral tradition, likely written in the mid-19th century. This tale reflects the myths of the Port Lincoln tribe and recounts the story of a ferocious kangaroo, Kupirri, and the heroic efforts of two hunters, Pilla and Inda, to defeat it. The book is a blend of folklore and cultural history, capturing themes of bravery, revenge, and transformation. The storyline centers on the immense kangaroo, Kupirri, which has terrorized the tribe by devouring its members. When two skilled hunters, Pilla and Inda, arise to confront this monstrous foe, their initial attempts fail, leading to conflict between them. Ultimately, they reconcile and, through teamwork, manage to vanquish Kupirri, discovering the bodies of their comrades inside it. Miraculously, they revive their fallen friends using their magical knowledge. Following this triumph, Pilla and Inda are transformed into the Native Cat and the Oppossum, respectively, symbolizing their lasting legacy within the tribe and the natural world. The tale captures a rich tapestry of Aboriginal life, beliefs, and the significance of oral storytelling. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Aboriginal Australians -- Folklore -- Poetry https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/56284 97115 97115