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Damian Barr FRSE is in conversation with Dr Eve Poole, Chief Executive of the RSE, discussing the important moments in his life, getting to the heart of issues he cares about, and the inspirations behind his work.
Best known for his memoir, Maggie & Me, is a coming of age and coming out in Thatcher’s Britain, which won him numerous literary awards – including the Stonewall Writer of the Year Award. His life is all about writing, telling and celebrating stories whilst wanting to widen participation in literature, making the case for bookshops and libraries for all.
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About Curious
Calling all curious minds! You are invited to Curious, the RSE’s summer events programme. Take part in a series of free, online, and in-person talks, group discussions and outdoor activities on key contemporary topics and ground-breaking ideas with some of Scotland’s leading thinkers.
https://www.rse-curious.com
About RSE
The Royal Society of Edinburgh (RSE), Scotland’s National Academy, is an educational charity operating on a wholly independent and non-party-political basis to provide public benefit throughout Scotland.
https://www.rse.org.uk/
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