The 'ordinary' dreams of the Yolngu in Arnhem Land.

The phenomena of dreams have been accorded significance by all branches of mankind of which there is record. Australian Aborigines in their traditional cultures are no exception, although unfortunately the printed record of their dreams is meagre. This paper reports nine dreams which were volunteered by Arnhem Landers of the present day.

The subjects they dreamed about represent a mélange of traditional and introduced concerns co...