Author Talk: Dr Lauren Working

Join us at The Shakespeare Bookshop as we welcome award-winning historian Dr Lauren Working to discuss her new book, A Golden World, published by Faber. The evening takes place in the historic surroundings of Hornby Cottage, our 16th-century home on Henley Street.

A Golden World reveals how the Americas became a visible, material presence in English culture through a range of unexpected objects, from tobacco leaves strewn across playhouse floors to a boy wearing a pearl earring. Lauren offers a fresh history of England’s so-called “golden age” in the 16th century.

Getting here

The Shakespeare Bookshop, 37 Henley Street, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6QW.

If you have any access requirements or questions about visiting, please call us on 01789 204016 or email [email protected] and we’ll be happy to help

Your evening

• Welcome: an introduction to The Shakespeare Bookshop from Prof. Charlotte Scott, SBT’s Director of Shakespeare Scholarship.
• Author talk: Dr Lauren Working introduces A Golden World.
• Q&A: put your questions to the author.
• Book signing: meet Lauren and have your copy signed.

Complimentary red and white wine and soft drinks will be served throughout the evening, kindly provided by Faber.

Tickets

Tickets are £5, held as a deposit against a signed copy of the book, redeemable on the night. Under 18s are welcome when accompanied by an adult. Spaces are limited, so early booking is recommended.

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