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Catullus Poem 64: Group reading of new translation


Monday 10 Mar 2025, 18:00 to 20:00
Location:

Central Oxford

Description:

Please join us in central Oxford to hear 15 people read their patchwork Catullus Poem 64, his longest known work. Most of the patches are newly translated for this event. We are delighted that A. E. Stallings, Oxford Professor of Poetry, is taking part. Free wine and nibbles will be provided.

Translators reading: Alice Ahearn, Maureen Almond, John Clegg, Jane Goldman, Stephen Harrison, Nic Liney, Jamie McKendrick, Thom Murphy, Dave Neita, Camille Ralphs, Tristram Fane SaundersA. E. Stallings, Gail Trimble, Richard Wigmore (reading only), Isobel Williams, and Alex Wong.

The event will begin promptly at 6pm, and RSVP is essential - the address of the venue will be provided to those who RSVP.

To RSVP, or for more information, contact izzybody@live.co.uk.


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