As Governor General (GG), Sir Peter supported Australia in times of crisis, sadness, joy and celebration, representing the country on the world stage with humour, intelligence and a force of personal magnetism that was felt by everyone from the Queen to US presidents.

This special Zoom event, hosted by ABC Radio Mid North Coast presenter, Cameron Marshall, will take place on the evening of Wednesday, November 4 from 6pm.

"We are absolutely honoured to be welcoming General Sir Peter Cosgrove virtually to MidCoast Libraries," MidCoast Libraries manager, Christ Jones said.

"Libraries have taken on a life of their own during the coronavirus pandemic," Mr Jones said.

"We're proud to be a platform for Australian authors to promote their works as we continue to support our communities."

As a soldier, Sir Peter saw action in Vietnam, winning the Military Cross, and rose to the very top of his profession, becoming Chief of the Defence Force.

Following his retirement from the army he was invited to take charge of the huge relief and rebuilding operation in Queensland after the devastation of Cyclone Larry.

In 2014 he became GG.

When he retired in July 2019, it was as one of the most beloved and respected GGs in Australia's history.

Sir Peter represents the traits we truly value, warmth, humanity, toughness and loyalty.

His humour and empathy shone through the pomp and ceremony, and his time as GG will be remembered as much for his laughter as for the usual dignities of the office.

During the evening Sir Peter also will talk about his latest publication, You Shouldn't Have Joined ...: A memoir, which outlines his extraordinarily full and eventful life, covering some of the military life that featured in his 2006 bestseller, My Story, but in a way that reflects how his perspective has since changed, while also allowing us an incredible insight into the role and world GG.

Every step of his journey has been accompanied by wife, Lynne who is very much part of his story.

Sir Peter was there as two prime ministers were toppled by their own party, he was there through disasters both natural and man-made, such as the destruction of MH17, and he was there for world leaders, and for ordinary Australians.

This book is the story of his life and experiences, written with intelligence, forthrightness, compassion, and a brilliant eye for a telling anecdote.

Numbers are limited for this free virtual event and bookings, which are essential, can be made via the MidCoast Libraries events page HERE.

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