First published in 1984 as the chapters 'Human Classification – Bereavement Terms and Different Types of People', 'Artifacts - Shelters and Containers', 'Insects and Spiders' in Dhuwal Djambarrpuyŋu Dhäruk Mala Ga Mayali' printed and published by Yirrkala Community School LPC. Additional entries compiled into Medicine by Aliment from Dhuwal Djambarrpuyŋu Dhäruk Mala Ga Mayali' by Sherilyn Dhamarraṉdji, Emma Smolenaers, Andie Clements and Classroom Assistant Teachers.
Illustrations by Emma Smolenaers, Paul Biyarranydjarrwuy, Margaret Muṯuwili and Andie Clements.
