A lifetime’s observations and experiences are captured by Jean McArthur – poet, nurse, artist, and traveller in her new book A Garden Full of Weeds.
Poignant moments are described with a visual artist’s eye and balanced with the compassion of one in the caring professions. With an intrinsic connection to the natural world, and a fascination for people, McArthur has created a unique poetry collection that spans the south-east of South Australia, to Canada, Mexico, Sri Lanka and South East Asia.
A Garden Full of Weeds was made possible through generous funding from Country Arts SA and the Australian Government Regional Arts Fund. The funding supported Jean McArthur to have a poetry mentor, Jude Aquilina, who provided consistent support, encouragement and suggestions.
Book Launch
Jude Aquilina will be launching the book A Garden Full of Weeds in both Adelaide and Mount Gambier. Ginnindera Press warmly invites you to attend.
6:30pm Thursday 4 April – Burnside Library, 401 Greenhill Road, Tusmore
6:00pm Friday 3 May – Riddoch Art Gallery, Mount Gambier
Country Arts SA pays respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and recognises their continuing connection and spiritual relationship to these lands, waters and skies. We are committed to listening and helping care for Country, and to safeguard, share and celebrate First Nations’ living cultures.
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