The RBML welcomes Justine Murison on Thursday, April 3, from 3-5pm in 346 Main Library to speak about her new edition of the 1850 novel:
“In editing a new edition of The Scarlet Letter for the Norton Library series, I was guided from the beginning by a simple but important question, “Why read The Scarlet Letter today, in the twenty-first century?” In this talk, I will discuss how I approached editing the novel with current readers in mind, including but not exclusively undergraduates. And I will consider the enduring questions about American society that the novel asks and how it can be an insightful guide for those asking similar questions today.”
Copies of the book will be available for purchase and signing. This event is free and all are welcome to attend, and refreshments will be served.