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An Exclusive Evening of Poetry & Conversation with Henry Beissel

Save the Date! This October, experience an unforgettable night of literary brilliance brought to you by the Centre for Inquiry Canada (Ottawa Branch) and Humanist Ottawa.

📅 Tuesday, October 10, 2023

⏰ 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM

📍 Bronson Centre, 211 Bronson Avenue, Ottawa, ON K1R 6H5

Don’t miss this extraordinary chance to witness live readings from Henry Beissel, the award-winning poet and Distinguished Emeritus Professor at Concordia University. Henry’s contributions to the world of academia and literature are unparalleled, making this an evening you won’t want to miss!

Featured Works: Dive into the poetic world of Henry Beissel with select readings from his captivating collections:

– When Africa Calls Uhuru

– Fugitive Horizons

– Sightlines

– Footprints of Dark Energy (Ottawa Book Awards Winner, 2020)

🔗 Learn More: [www.henrybeissel.com]

Why You Should Attend:

– Engage in an enriching Q&A session with the poetic genius himself!

– Celebrate the indomitable spirit of academic freedom, freedom of expression, and freedom of the press that Henry so ardently advocates.

About Henry Beissel:

A pillar of Canada’s literary scene for over five decades, Henry founded the thriving Creative Writing program at Concordia University and is the author of over 30 books, ranging from poetry to plays and translations. His play “Inuk and the Sun” gained international acclaim and has been translated into numerous languages. A stalwart defender of freedoms, Henry led the Freedom of Expression Committee of the Book and Periodical Council of Canada in the 1980s and has been a driving force behind various influential organizations.

Seats are filling up fast, so mark your calendars and prepare for a night of inspiration and wonder. We look forward to sharing this unique experience with you!

Citations, References And Other Reading

1. Featured Photo Courtesy of : Henry Beissel

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