Join us to hear two eminent speakers from Tsinghua University and Harvard University present insights into the 1911 Revolution via literary analysis. Taking place in the Playfair Library from 5.30pm-7.15pm followed by a drinks reception on Tsinghau`s Professor WANG Hui and Harvard`s Professor David Der-wei Wang will speak on the topics below:
Professor WANG Hui: Six Moments in the Life of Ah Q:
Professor David Der-wei Wang: `The Future of New China`: Liang Qichao`s Vision of Literature and Revolution
This double bill with such renowned speakers will ensure a vibrant opening session for the 2011 BACS Conference taking place in the University of Edinburgh from 7-9 September.
To book your place at this public event which on Wed 7th Sept in the Playfair Library, Old College, North Bridge, Edinburgh, please email info@confuciusinstitute.ac.uk .
Registered BACS delegates do not need to reserve places.