An award-winning biographer is bringing his highly regarded talks to Geelong for a free community event.
Ross McMullin will present and answer questions on his book ‘Life So Full of Promise’, which won The Age Book of the Year Award.
Mr McMullin said his book focussed on “Australia’s lost generation of World War One” veterans through research and family stories.
“It combines research and narrative flair in a collection of interwoven family stories about the forgotten Australians who had had lots of potential,” he said.
“With their families and friends also conspicuous in the narratives, life so full of promise illuminates what the war was like at home and at the sharp end.
“The rich cast of characters includes a popular doctor, a brilliant cricketer and exceptionally talented barrister, who was a potential prime minister. There’s also a fervent love story in the mix.”
The National Wool Museum will host the event, which forms part of Geelong Museum Association’s monthly Sunday Series of talks.
A gold coin donation will be appreciated during the event on Sunday, November 24 at 1.30pm with afternoon tea provided and book signings available.
‘Life so Full of Promise’ followed Mr McMullin’s previous book ‘Farewell Dear People’, which had won multiple awards, including the Prime Minister’s Prize for Australian History.
Visit rossmcmullin.com.au for more information about Mr McMullin and his books.
