The first Indigenous guide to western Cape York. Internationally renowned Weipa elder, Thancoupie, has long used the language of her art to convey the legends of her people, the Thaynakwith. This book is the culminating of her life's work. It combines her art with a Thaynakwith language dictionary, cultural guide and stunning photographs. The rich heritage of her Thaynakwith people is brought alive with Thancoupie's description of family customs, ceremonies and protocols, plants, food preparation, animals, sea and shore life.