6 November 20086 November 2008 Main Posts poem | Tom Clark admin A determination For Justice Frank Vincent AO QC and the Victoria University Council It must now be near that time of culmination: a subdued group walks along the dolorous path, a prison-aisle. They are going away, the chaplain says, and praises their civility as they quietly pass. From behind every single cell door like a volley of rifle, the song that begins is a felon’s farewell: ‘Freedom is coming! Freedom is coming! Freedom is coming – oh yes, I know!’ The ropes sway in promise of it. And far away, all are aware, the old judge sits in court, awaiting news those lawyers crave and fear – that it is done; that the time in which they might have reprieved is past – when their debate may adjourn. © Tom Clark admin More by admin Overland is a not-for-profit magazine with a proud history of supporting writers, and publishing ideas and voices often excluded from other places. If you like this piece, or support Overland’s work in general, please subscribe or donate. Related articles & Essays First published in Overland Issue 228 24 February 202317 March 2023 Main Posts Final Results of the 2022 Judith Wright Poetry Prize Editorial Team Overland, the judges and the Malcolm Robertson Foundation are thrilled to announce the final results of the 2022 Judith Wright Poetry Prize. First published in Overland Issue 228 24 February 202317 March 2023 Main Posts Final Results of the 2022 Neilma Sidney Short Story Prize Editorial Team Overland, the judges and the Malcolm Robertson Foundation are thrilled to announce the final results of the 2022 Neilma Sidney Short Story Prize.
