Honey Spot By Jack Davis And Rabbit-Proof Fence

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“Honey spot”, is an original play written by Jack Davis in the year of 1987, while “Rabbit-proof fence” published in 1996 by Doris Pilkington. Their stories are set back during the time of when the “Whites” had taken over the land of the Aborigines. These two writers may not of joined forces neither of shared ideas but do write and express many similarities but definitely still display many differences. The play and advertisement focus on stereotypes, discrimination and racism towards Indigenous and aboriginal people, the two also focus on not making assumptions by the colour of skin and race.

Honey spot portrays that friendship can still grow despite obstacles of unfairness and bigotry, He begins his play with two young children with gender

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