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Absolutely Revolting
May 2008, no. 301

Advances - May 2008

by Australian Book Review •
May 2008, no. 301

Vale John Button (1932–2008)

Australian Book Review has been in a sombre mood since April 8, having lost one of its great friends and contributors. It had been clear for some time that John Button’s condition was grave (he was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer late last year). Just four days before his death, he resigned from the ABR board with customary punctiliousness.

 


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