Robert Adamson's final book is a search for recognition and a poetic tribute to his love of nature.

Robert Adamson, a renowned Australian poet, passed away at the age of 79 in 2022. His final book, Birds and Fish: Life on the Hawkesbury, is a collection of his writings on the natural world, including excerpts from his autobiography, Inside Out: An Autobiography. Adamson's love for animals and nature is evident throughout his work, as he recounts his experiences with creatures such as cassowaries and lorikeets. The book also delves into philosophical themes of recognition and the relationship between humans and animals. Overall, Birds and Fish is a poignant tribute to Adamson's lifelong passion for nature and his significant contributions to Australian literature. [Extracted from the article]