Books

A Man Called Yarra

Booktopia First Nations promotion

Summary

A Man Called Yarra is an inspiring memoir of overcoming hardship and striving for a better life.

Stan ‘Yarra’ Yarramunua is a highly successful Melbourne artist, musician, businessman and charity worker.

A charismatic Yorta Yorta man who grew up in Melbourne with an alcoholic and abusive father, Yarra had a rough and sometimes homeless childhood and was in and out of trouble constantly. He too became an alcoholic, before swearing off the drink and committing himself to making something of himself.

Now an internationally successful artist, Yarra is committed to improving the lives of Aboriginal kids in his hometown of Shepparton, particularly through better housing.

Stan has a plain-speaking, conversational style that comes across so clearly it's actually like listening to his story.

— Sydney Morning Herald

Get a copy now from your favourite trusted store

Disclosure: I get commissions for purchases made through the below links.

Cite this page

Korff, J 2019, A Man Called Yarra, <https://stage.creativespirits.info/resources/books/a-man-called-yarra>, retrieved 16 October 2024

Creative Spirits is a starting point for everyone to learn about Aboriginal culture. Please use primary sources for academic work.

Join thousands of Smart Owls who know more!