Going Down Another Lane

A life filled with adventure begins as John Young leaves England for Sierra Leone at just 10 days old. His upbringing spans Africa, the Yorkshire moors, and boarding schools, leading him to New Zealand at 17 to pursue forestry and academics. Balancing various jobs, he also explores a passion for the stage while completing an MA. His journey includes marriage, a return to Oxford for further studies, and a family, ultimately settling in South Australia to embark on an academic career.