PUBlic Professor Series | How Dickens Invented Christmas — and Why it Matters

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Join Dr. Goldie Morgentaler as she explores

How Dickens Invented Christmas — and Why it Matters.

It has been claimed that Charles Dickens invented the way we think about Christmas by publishing “A Christmas Carol” in 1843 to enormous popular acclaim, making it an instant classic. This paper will lay out the forgotten history of “A Christmas Carol,” which was not intended as a feel-good fairy-tale, but as an enraged tirade against the evils of capitalism. “A Christmas Carol” provides a perfect example of how great writing can influence culture and how vital literature can be to the well-being of society.

Thursday, November 24, 2016 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Event Location: City Hall, City of Lethbridge (910 4th Avenue S, Lethbridge)

FREE. Everyone welcome. No RSVP required. Seating is limited, however, so arrive early!

Light appetizers and a cash bar will be available.

Sponsored by:

BROWNS SOCIALHOUSE LETHBRIDGE

Room or Area: 
City Hall Atrium

FREE. Everyone welcome. No RSVP required. Seating is limited, however, so arrive early!

Light appetizers and a cash bar will be available.


Contact:

Catharine Reader | catharine.reader@uleth.ca | (403) 382-7154 | uleth.ca/artsci/node/62083