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What Are They Reading in Oslo?: Literature in Translation

What Are They Reading in Oslo?: Literature in Translation In-Person

More international fiction than ever is available in translation, as translators begin to receive the recognition they deserve. Join us in a discovery of recent works from France, Norway, Bulgaria, and Italy. Mark Scarbrough will lead the discussions, but be prepared to participate in this in-person only group. Space is limited, so preregistration is required.  Tuesday afternoons from 2:30 to 4 pm. Copies of these books will be available at the Library.

SMALL COUNTRY by Gaël Faye (2016) 

Faye, a French hip hop artist, offers a young boy’s perspective on the effects of the Rwandan civil war in neighboring Burundi; based on his own experience.

Won the Prix Goncourt des Lycéens in 2016.

Dates & Times:
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM, Tuesday, September 24, 2024
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM, Tuesday, October 15, 2024
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM, Tuesday, November 12, 2024
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM, Tuesday, December 10, 2024
Time Zone:
Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
Location:
Hayes Family Community Room
Audience:
  Adults  
Categories:
  Adult Program  
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