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1:30 PM “Finnegans Wake” – Evergreen Forum (PCOL)

October 2, 2019 @ 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

James Joyce’s Finnegans Wake is one of the most challenging books of the 20th century. In “exploded” language, Joyce explores the triumphs and sordidness of our common human nature. We will build a base camp in the foothills and make determined forays to the summit. Warning: This course may be dangerous to your peace of mind.  Be prepared for frustration, anger, and bouts of near-terminal hilarity. You may even fall into puddles of profundity. Lodz a pun et Funagain’s week. 

Leader: Lee Harrod, professor emeritus at the College of New Jersey, taught James Joyce and modern literature for many years. 

Wednesdays: 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., 8 weeks: September 25 through November 20 (no class on 10/9) 

 Location: Presbyterian Church of Lawrenceville, Maximum 30 seats 

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Date:
October 2, 2019
Time:
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
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