Sunrise on Haumpu River Flashcards
Sunrise on Haumpu river: Topic sentence
Parallels drawn between man and a waterform reveal the interdependent nature of individuals’ cultural context and their perception of the the everyday moment.
BP1 Sunrise on Huampu River
These disparity are explored through “Oh! The Huampu River” where the interjective statement highlights the magnitude and overwhelming nature of the river, demonstrating the extensive interplay between Indigenous Australia and Chinese culture in their appreciation of simple aspects of nature.
BP2 Sunrise on Huampu River
Furthermore, Noonuccal use of discriptive langauage illustrates the busy and chaotic life of the river through the line “Its busy boats going from there to there,” and thus evokes a deeper sense of loss and environmental degradation. In addition the phrase subtly critiques the impact of industrialization, where the constant movement of boats represents not just human activity but the disruption of the natural order. The river, once a symbol of life and tranquility, is now tainted by humanity.
BP3 Sunrise on Huampu River
Additionally, the beauty of nature is made clear in the colourful visual imagery “The sun rises over the horizon streaking the river with reflections of gold” revealing the allure of the quotidian which is imperceptible to the surrounding civilians.
BP4 Sunrise on Huampu River
The family motif in the poem is symbolised through the phrases “Waiting for their sister tugs” and “Shooting their sister boats,” which highlight kinship as a significant aspect of Noonuccal’s culture. Simintanously, the juxterposition reflects the betrayal of the populace to upholding their cultural responability of preserving the enviroment.
BP5 Sunrise on Huampu River
Finally, by personifying the sunrise as a newborn Noonuccal symbolises the rebirth and continuation of nature dispite humanity. This is evident through capturing the everyday occurrence of “Heralding the birth of another day”. However, this is largely dismissed by the collective community around her - showcasing China cultural deprivation and thus detachment to thier ancestral spiritual connection to the land.
Link sentence Haumpu river
Thus, through her snapshot of the Huampu River, Noonuccal offers a fresh perspective on a seemingly ordinary moment.
