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Follow on Google News | The First World War in Fiction: Regeneration by Pat Barker- A Book Discussion with Dr. Mark SchenkerThe First World War in fiction, provides a range of insights into the event that changed the political and cultural landscapes of western world. At the Oliver Wolcott Library on Sunday, September 28 from 1:00- 2:00 p.m.
Published in 1991, Regeneration is the first book in a trilogy that explores the experience of British Army officers being treated for shell shock at Craiglockhart War Hospital in Edinburgh during WWI. Inspired by her Grandfather’ Mark J. Schenker is the Senior Associate Dean of Yale College, Dean of Academic Affairs and a lecturer in English at Yale. He earned his Ph.D. from Columbia University in English and Comparative Literature. He lectures frequently on literary topics, and enjoys making literature accessible and enjoyable. In 2001, the Connecticut Humanities Council presented him with the Wilber Cross Award for Outstanding Humanities Scholar. Books are available to borrow one month prior to each discussion. Light refreshments will be served. All Oliver Wolcott Library events are free and open to the public. Space is limited. Registration is required and can be done by calling 860-567-8030 or logging onto www.owlibrary.org and clicking on Programs/Adult Programs. End
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