Talks
The Royal House of Atreus in Mycenae: Illuminating an Accursed Prehistoric Genealogy
Demetrius Floudas will take us on a fascinating journey through the story of the Royal House of Atreus - one of the most famous and troubled noble families from ancient Greek mythology. Do not miss this chance to explore in detail one of the most influential royal geneaologies ever!
Friends | Raymond Briggs & the New Picturebook Makers
Thu 18 May 2023
Cambridge University Library
‘Below painting comes illustration … below that comes cartoons … then, below the gutter, are the sewers – strip cartoons! Comics! Ugh! The very cesspits of non-culture.’ - Raymond Briggs
Professor Martin Salisbury explores the legacy of Raymond Briggs (1934-2022), the beloved author-illustrator of The Snowman (1978), Ethel and Ernest (1998) and Fungus the Bogeyman (1977), and his influence on todays visual storytellers. The talk will be followed by a Q&A and a glass of wine in the exhibition Raymond Briggs: A Retrospective.
Professor Martin Salisbury is an author, illustrator, and Director of the Centre for Children’s Book Studies at the Cambridge School of Art.
This event is suitable for adults.
Accessibility: Accessible parking. Accessible toilet. Step-free access. Hearing loop. For full accessibility information, please visit https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk/accessibility. Please email events@lib.cam.ac.uk to let us know if you have any access requirements, or queries relating to this event.
Cost: Free
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