Gidday, as we live in an ever more connected global society, which is now having to deal with and reconcile the actions of the past, in particular invasion and colonisation, I think it would be usefull to read something from Indigenous Cultures perspectives. Legal issues are raging in the colonised countries, due to dispossed peoples reclaiming their Sovereign Rights, and wanting Self Determination. It is a growing concern in the legal profession.
Probably more importantly, learning about it gives a proper understanding of the issues the original occupants of lands are dealing with. As human beings attempting to cohabit and prosper in harmony, I think we should all have an understanding of why things like racism exist and the implications, so that we may alter our course and create truly equal, peaceful societies.
Race and Racism in Australia 2nd edition by David Hollingsworth (Social Science Press) is well regarded and enlightening, and from the view of an understanding of Western society and racism, is relevant to many other Indigenous Cultures.
Although assuming commoness in Indigenes and their individual situations could be insulting, and perhaps others could recommend books more applicable to your country.
All the best.
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