11-1996

An issue commemorating the work of Alan Scott (1930-1995) and presented to Dal Stivens (b. 1911) for his 85th year

The 1996 issue, of approximately 300 pages, is distinct in that it commemorates the life work of Alan Scott and Dal Stivens, as well as containing more theoretical material and reviews of a considerable number of comparative and international works in the field.

Alan Scott Photograph taken on 10 August, 1994. From the National Library Collection, with permission	Dal Stivens Photo by Megan Rainey, 1994; Electronic retouching by Lindsay C. Rowlands

This issue contains: 4 essays in tribute to Alan Scott; 4 essays in tribute to Dal Stivens; and 4 articles concerned with other notable figures in Australian folklore. Seven articles are listed under 'Theory and Debate' while a further 16 articles on a wide range of topics are presented. The 27 Book Reviews are divided into two sections: 'Australian' and 'Comparative and International' . The usual 'Notes and Comments', iIllustrations and diagrams, etc. appear throughout.

• Articles of Particular Interest
• Sample Article:Ian Macintosh, 'Allah and the Spirit of the Dead: the hidden legacy of pre-colonial Indonesian/Aboriginal contact in north-east Arnhem Land.