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 2 2026

L15 Literature with Friends


Tutor: Deslyn Taylor
In Term 2 we will read 'There are Rivers in the Sky' by Elif Shafak. 'There Are Rivers in the Sky is a rich, sweeping novel set between the 19th century and modern times, about love and loss, memory and erasure, hurt and healing, centred around three enchanting characters living on the banks of the River Thames and the River Tigris - their lives all curiously touched by the epic of Gilgamesh. The author, Elif Shafak, is an award-winning British Turkish novelist whose work has been translated into fifty-five language'
Thursday 9.00am - 10.15am. Classes start 23 April, finish 25 June.
Cost: $25 (prepaid), 10 weeks
Current Enrolments: 22  (maximum 25)


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We have one set book per term which we will discuss in depth in class. The discussion may include character development, context, writing style etc. Towards the end of Term class members will be given the opportunity to discuss other books they recommend or are currently reading and would like included in future classes.

About the Tutor:

Deslyn TaylorDeslyn Taylor has had a long career in both primary and secondary education. She first started working with computers in 1983 while teaching Mathematics, English and Geography. In 1987 she was appointed Computer Co-ordinator at Stuartholme School and eventually became ICT Director, a position she held until her retirement in 2010.

Deslyn holds an Arts Degree from UQ majoring in Mathematics and Geography, Grad. Dip Comp. Ed (QUT) and Masters in Education (QUT). She enjoys reading, golf, painting, walking and, of course, playing with computers, and has been teaching computer classes at U3A since 2012. Deslyn also plays bass guitar. She has 3 children and two grandchildren.

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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