Democracy and the American Novel: A Symposium
- Event Type
- Seminar/Symposium
- Sponsor
- Trowbridge Initiative in American Cultures
- Location
- 209 Illini Union
- Date
- Apr 8, 2022 - Apr 9, 2022 9:15 am - 12:00 pm
- hutner@illinois.edu
- Views
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- Originating Calendar
- Campus Humanities Calendar
Recent history has provoked new questions about democratic processes and the function of the novel at the present time. Democracy and the American Novel is a symposium that brings together some of the most exciting contemporary research exploring these concerns. Our participants will engage in a rich comparative dialogue on the relation between novels and politics in diverse contexts. Presenters include Lisa Siraganian, Paul J. Edwards, Chiyuma Elliott, Habiba Ibrahim, Justin L. Mann, Aida Levy-Hussen, Mary Esteve, Sean McCann, Melani McAlister, Caren Irr, and Sophia Azeb. Admission is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served.
Dates: Friday and Saturday, April 8 and 9, 2022
Start time: 9:15am (Friday and Saturday)
End times: 4:00 pm (Friday) and 12:00 PM (Saturday)