Imaginative Possession

Discover the captivating exploration of Australia in 'In the Garden: A Home in the Country' by Belinda Probert, the perfect addition to your reading collection at Imaginative Possession. This B-format paperback, published by Black Inc in 2021, unravels the intricate relationship between a nation of immigrants and its ancient landscapes, offering readers a profound understanding of both the environment and society. Through her personal journey of acquiring land and immersing herself in gardening, Probert provides insights into Australia's rich heritage and rugged beauty. Ideal for readers interested in nature, culture, and personal growth, this book intertwines narrative and reflection, allowing for an engaging reading experience. Whether you're a book lover or someone looking to deepen your understanding of Australian identity, this is an essential read. Explore themes of belonging, sustainability, and the connection between humans and nature while enjoying 224 pages filled with evocative prose. With its ISBN 9780645076301, this brand new edition will spark your imagination and inspire you to think differently about your own relationship with land and community. Order now from Smartfox NZ and embark on a journey of discovery!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780645076301
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2021
Publisher: Black Inc
Pages: 224


Description:
How do we understand a country?

At a time when many easy assumptions about how we live and how our society functions are being questioned there is room for contemplation of a country that is ancient, occupied for at least sixty thousand years, and young, a national federation for only twelve decades. Belinda Probert, a migrant from England sets out to question in words and action how well she understands the landscapes she has seen and the people that have shaped them. She takes with her a set of writers who have asked the same questions, or provided interpretations of our sense of belonging, to test their words against her own emerging views. Wondering how a nation of immigrants can fully settle here she decided she needed to buy a property in the 'country' so she could observe it more closely, and learn to garden differently. Trees fell on her, ants bit her, bowerbirds stole her crops, but from the exercise she discovers much more about soil, trees, water, animals and protecting herself from fire emergencies. Driving back and forth she learns to see the ancient heritage all around us, and rural industries that have destroyed and created so much.