Carmen Boullosa and Samantha Schnee consider translation many times over: from the Book of Genesis, to Boullosa's Book of Eve, to Schnee's translation of Boullosa.
Celebrate the launch of Jacqueline in Paris, the latest novel by bestselling author Ann Mah, in person at Reid Hall and live on Zoom.
Celebrated literary critic Lewis Hyde asks us to reflect upon our obsession with memory and fear of forgetting. What might happen if we embraced letting go?
Sesame Street transformed children’s television in America. What happened when it was brought to the post-Soviet stage? The series’ lead producer tells all.
Meeting two of our two-part Summer 2023 Workshop: Form & Craft with American Library in Paris Visiting Fellow Adrienne Raphel.
Take a dive into the Library's archives and discover our rich 103-year history during this expert-led presentation.
Find out how you can get the most out of the U.S. university experience.
The heroines of classical literature may not have been as submissive as traditional interpretations propose. Learn how women across literature have repeatedly and strategically said ‘no’.
2022-23 Visiting Fellow Adrienne Raphel provides an exclusive preview of her research at the Library and the secrets to her method.
Three environment experts discuss how legislation can lead us away from climate catastrophe.
Take a dive into the Library's archives and discover our rich 103-year history during this expert-led presentation.
Join us for a special afternoon event with author Adam Gidwitz!
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