Australian author Don Watson will talk about his new award-winning book, The Bush: Travels in the heart of Australia during free public lectures at Charles Sturt University (CSU) in Albury-Wodonga and Wagga Wagga later this month.As part of the University's Exploration Series, Mr Watson will discuss his work of memoir, travel writing, history and social critique.The Bush won the Indie Book of the Year in 2015 and the 2015 NSW Premier's Literary Award. It was published in September 2014 by Penguin AustraliaMr Watson is the writer of acclaimed articles, essays and books, including Recollections of a Bleeding Heart: Paul Keating Prime Minister, Death Sentence, Watson's Dictionary of Weasel Words and American Journeys.In 2010, he was awarded the Phillip Hodgins Memorial Medal for Australian Literature. His website, Weasel Words documents 'management-speak' and the demise of the public language.The first lecture will be held from 6pm on Tuesday 26 April at the CSU Riverina Playhouse, Chruch Street in Wagga Wagga.Then from 6pm on Wednesday 27 April, Mr Watson will deliver a lecturer at the CD Blake Auditorium, building 751, CSU in Thurgoona.The lectures are free and the public is invited to attend.