The movie Hunt For The Wilderpeople is inspired by the book Wild Pork And Watercress. The book has its own narrative qualities that would be interesting if someone made it into a movie in its own right. It’s a good book. Which in no way diminishes my love for the movie.
Purchasing a couple of books from K-Mart recently I wasn’t tempted to add Will Smith’s recent biography to the pile, despite the bargain price. Despite the presence of Will, I just couldn’t find a way.
It’s easier to read two books at once presently. When my focus wanes I can swap. The added bonus is they last longer.
These sentences from Wendell Berry’s Jayber Crow remain in my mind. The context is of life-long farmer whose son-in-law who is commencing life on the farm. As the story unfolds the different perspectives of an older and newer cultural perspective give rise to a struggle that will unfold over a couple of decades. But as …
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