U3A BRISBANE

University of the Third Age Brisbane


Connecting Seniors to Lifelong Learning

University of the Third Age Brisbane


Connecting Seniors to Lifelong Learning

Term 3 2025

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L10 LITERATURE OUT OF AFRICA


Tutor: Catherine O'Donoghue
Reading Literature out of Africa provides rich learning about different cultures, a delight in appreciating writing styles, and empathy for the human experience. A variety of different texts are explored at a reading pace suitable for the group. There are one or two major works, such as a novel or autobiography each term, with some short works such as short stories and poetry. The class format includes presentations and discussions. It is a relaxed class with participation by choice. There will be opportunities for members to take the lead on discussions if you wish. Reading information will be issued on enrolment.
Tuesday 10.45am - 12.00pm. Classes start 15 July, finish 16 September.
Cost: $25 (prepaid), 10 weeks
Current Enrolments: 13  


Class members borrow these from the library, and sometimes from each other. Some of the books are available second hand and so are not expensive. Other people use kindle or e books as well as purchase new copies of those which interest them.

About the Tutor:

Catherine O’Donoghue has a background in English teaching with an emphasis on Literature. I have taught in Queensland schools and adult education. I am an enthusiastic reader of both fiction and non-fiction. I enjoy learning about what literature reveals about the human condition. Like many readers of literature, I appreciate good writing with a strong aesthetic appeal. I love sharing my ideas and learning from the ideas of others.

If you are a U3A Brisbane member you may enrol in this class online using the Enrol button below. You will be asked to provide your membership number and name for identification.


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