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Modern Nature

Journals, 1989 - 1990

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By: Derek Jarman
Narrated by: Julian Sands
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Summary

A meditative and inspiring diary of Derek Jarman's famous garden at Dungeness.

In 1986 Derek Jarman discovered he was HIV positive and decided to make a garden at his cottage on the barren coast of Dungeness.

Facing an uncertain future, he nevertheless found solace in nature, growing all manner of plants. While some perished beneath wind and sea-spray, others flourished, creating brilliant, unexpected beauty in the wilderness.

Modern Nature is both a diary of the garden and a meditation by Jarman on his own life: his childhood, his time as a young gay man in the 1960s, his renowned career as an artist, writer and film-maker. It is at once a lament for a lost generation, an unabashed celebration of gay sexuality and a devotion to all that is living.

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I am listening to Modern Nature on repeat it is my diazepam. An optimist through everything that was thrown at him. A tragedy that we lost him so young. Julian Sands reading is perfect.

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I was really surprised by how absorbed I became in this beautifully written book. Poignant compelling and unmissable.

Compelling narration bringing Jarman’s world to life by the late Julian Sands.

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Derek Jarman’s knowledge and love of nature entranced me throughout the book. His ability to manage his illness is impressive and inspiring.

Jarman’s love of life and nature

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All this took place in my youth and I loved the contemporary references.

Ironic that he laments the traffic, the underfunding of the NHS and the arts.

Really fascinating.

Dreamy, sad, fascinating

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I loved it all , even though parts are heart breaking. Jarmans account of creating his garden are truly inspiring. in the face of adversity are admirable as his health, deriorates it becomes a battle against the elements.

A fascinating story of an artists life.It was brilliantly written & read.i

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