Racial Stereotypes In Crow Country

Crow Country by Kate Constable narrates a story of Sadie, a girl who is capable of slipping in and out of time, justifying a murder of Jimmy Raven, an Aborigine. This novel positions reader to be appalled at Australians’ lack of understanding and respect for cultures in some characters such as Craig, although can admire the valiant acts done in showing values of integrity and responsibility in numerous characters, Ellie and Walter.

Kate Constable explores the idea of racial stereotypes and intolerance towards Aboriginal culture throughout the novel, demonstrating the worst of Australian values. Racial intolerance demonstrates the lack of valuing and respecting another culture. First example is when Walter is judged based on his Aboriginality and is experiencing racial intolerance. “…everyone agreed he was ‘psycho’” (Ch4, pg.23) clearly shows the readers that non-indigenous students showcase intolerances of races towards people from different background. Racial …show more content…
Integrity is the quality of being honest and having strong morals as shown when Craig mentions to Ellie that Walter was picking fights, she replies “[Walter]’s come here to make a fresh start… It’s a shame some people won’t let him to do that.” (Ch13, pg.98) This illustrates Ellie’s integrity as she speaks what she desire, not what everyone wants to hear, which furthermore, positions the reader to greatly admire her bravery, as she is not afraid to be seen, defending a black man. Secondly, Kate Constable shows the reader that anyone can take responsibilities for their actions instead of running away from it through the character of Walter. The fact that he was prepared to face the consequences, as it was his responsibility, showcases Australians in its best light and readers are positioned to approve of Walter’s character and feel reassured when he succeeds to get