Evenings with an Author

Name: The End Of Enlightenment with Visiting Fellow David A. Bell
Start: 2025-04-16T19:30:00+02:00
End: 2025-04-16T20:30:00+02:00

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Month

January 2025
Wed January 22 @ 19 h 30 min - 20 h 30 min

Crafting Personal Narratives with Melissa Febos

The American Library in Paris

Unlock the radical power of personal narrative with Melissa Febos in this transformative memoir-writing seminar.
Wed January 29 @ 19 h 30 min - 20 h 30 min

Maylis de Kerangal on Canoes and Eastbound

The American Library in Paris

Award-winning French author Maylis de Kerangal discusses her latest works, Canoes and Eastbound. In conversation with Donatien Grau, Head of Contemporary Programs at the Musée du Louvre
February 2025
Wed February 5 @ 19 h 30 min - 20 h 30 min

Rebuilding Notre-Dame

The American Library in Paris

A panel of craftsmen, architects, and journalists shed light on the monumental effort behind Notre-Dame’s rebirth.
Wed February 12 @ 19 h 30 min - 20 h 30 min

An Alternative History of Paris with Justinien Tribillon and Aaron Peck

The American Library in Paris

Urbanist Justinien Tribillon's The Zone delves into Paris’s history and collective imagination through the lens of the Boulevard Périphérique.
Tue February 25 @ 19 h 30 min - 20 h 30 min

Wheatley at 250: Celebrating the Legacy of America’s First Published African-American Poet

The American Library in Paris

Join contemporary writers in honoring Phillis Wheatley’s groundbreaking literary legacy and discover how her poetry continues to inspire generations of poets.
March 2025
Tue March 18 @ 19 h 30 min - 20 h 30 min

Poverty, by America with Matthew Desmond and Lauren Collins

The American Library in Paris

Pulitzer Prize-winning author Matthew Desmond discusses his latest book Poverty, by America, which tackles inequality in the richest country on earth.
Wed March 19 @ 19 h 30 min - 21 h 00 min

Ken Burns, Sarah Burns, and David McMahon on Leonardo da Vinci

Cinéma Le Champo 51 Rue des Écoles, Paris, France

Uncover the life and genius of Leonardo da Vinci with an exclusive documentary screening and interview with directors Ken Burns, Sarah Burns, and David McMahon. Offsite at the historic Cinéma Le Champo.
Wed March 26 @ 19 h 30 min - 20 h 30 min

Seeking Pleasure in a Dying World with C Pam Zhang and Ayşegül Savaş

The American Library in Paris

Join acclaimed author C Pam Zhang as she explores the sensual and transformative journey of food, desire, and survival in her latest novel, Land of Milk and Honey.
April 2025
Wed April 2 @ 19 h 30 min - 20 h 30 min

Jhumpa Lahiri

The American Library in Paris

Explore the intersection of translation, transformation, and art with Jhumpa Lahiri.
Tue April 8 @ 19 h 30 min - 20 h 30 min

Writing Characters from Family with Sheila Kohler

The American Library in Paris

In this intimate lecture, learn how to draw inspiration from family dynamics and memories to craft authentic, compelling stories and unforgettable characters.
Wed April 9 @ 19 h 30 min - 20 h 30 min

The Crisis of Culture with Olivier Roy

The American Library in Paris

Join French political scientist and professor Olivier Roy as he offers a profound exploration of identity politics.
Wed April 16 @ 19 h 30 min - 20 h 30 min

The End Of Enlightenment with Visiting Fellow David A. Bell

The American Library in Paris

In this special lecture, Historian David Bell traces the idea of progress to its Enlightenment roots and its evolution to the present.

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