The passing of David Malouf reminds us of all that his genius gave to Australia and the world.
In both poetry and prose, David dealt in hard truths and deep insights. He captured the harsh, vast and intense beauty of our land and the lives it shaped.
His creativity breathed new life into ancient classics and brought him international acclaim in the process.
Throughout it all, he remained a figure of great gentleness, profound strength and unwavering humanity.
Today, generations of writers and readers will be mourning an inspiration.
For as long as David Malouf's words are read, the power of his work will endure.
May he rest in peace.