(Pretoria, 28 August 1947). South African writer of historical fiction.
Irma Joubert was born in Pretoria and grew up on a farm in Bosveld. After studying history at the University of Pretoria and UNISA, she taught Afrikaans and history at a secondary school until 2004. After retiring, she took several writing courses. Her first two books, “Verbode Drif” (Forbidden Drif) and “Ver Wink die Suiderkruis” (Winning the Suiderkruis), were published in 2006. With her background as a historian, the author incorporates many historical facts into her novels. Nine of her books have now been published in Dutch translation by Mozaïek (all translated by Dorienke de Vries).
Irma Joubert. Photo: uitgeverij mozaïek
Life is like a coin. You can spend it any way you wish, but you only spend it once.
Photo: acuity.nl. Meaning:Inspirational message: The quote means that life is similar to a coin; you have the choice to spend it in different ways, but you only have one chance to do it. Life Choices: This emphasizes the importance of conscious choices in life, because every decision and action has an impact on how you spend your time and life. Origin: In Joubert’s books, themes such as life choices, love and loss are prominent, and the quote reflects her writing style and the deeper messages she tries to convey in her stories. Conclusion: With this quote, Irma Joubert has created a powerful message that encourages readers to consciously deal with their lives and make informed choices.
Door Pieter
Mensenmens, zoon, echtgenoot, vader, opa.
Spiritueel, echter niet religieus.
Ik hou van golf, wandelen, lezen en de natuur in veel opzichten.
Onderzoeker, nieuwsgierig, geen fan van de mainstream media (MSM).
