In the chunk of my book I posted here, you'll see I talk a bit about Christopher Small, a man we can't honor too much. I was saddened to learn that he died last week, aged 84. I wish I could find another photo of him I once had, sent to me years ago by a friend. On the left is that photo, showing Small and his partner, Neville Braithwaite. Radiating joy. (My friend read the post, and resent the picture. Thanks, Susan!) Small was a profound and humane writer and teacher, whose three books are essential reading for people who care … [Read more...]
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