Flannery O'Connor: The Life, the Stories, the Religion (Virtual)
Saturday, October 8, 2022-Saturday, October 29, 2022
2:00 PM-4:00 PM
Four Sessions
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Course Description
In this class, we will explore the work and life of American author Flannery O’Connor.
One of the most widely anthologized American short story writers, Flannery O’Connor (1925-1964) is a study in complexity: a great short story writer who was (on her own judgment) a disappointing novelist; sufferer of an acute illness who regarded it as a divine reward that sharpened her writing; a would-be recluse who was also one of the most garrulous of letter writers; and not at all least, an orthodox Roman Catholic whose violent and disturbing stories have presented a conundrum to many who feel they could otherwise identify with her religiously.
This class is a collaboration with the Marty Center at the University of Chicago Divinity School.
Four sessions. $215/$193.50. Led by Rick Rosengarten
One of the most widely anthologized American short story writers, Flannery O’Connor (1925-1964) is a study in complexity: a great short story writer who was (on her own judgment) a disappointing novelist; sufferer of an acute illness who regarded it as a divine reward that sharpened her writing; a would-be recluse who was also one of the most garrulous of letter writers; and not at all least, an orthodox Roman Catholic whose violent and disturbing stories have presented a conundrum to many who feel they could otherwise identify with her religiously.
This class is a collaboration with the Marty Center at the University of Chicago Divinity School.
Four sessions. $215/$193.50. Led by Rick Rosengarten
Registration Fees
Registration is $215
We offer a 10% discount to seniors, students, and members of the Newberry (Associates at the Author level and above).
Contact Us
The Adult Education is available Tuesday-Saturday, 10am-5pm. Email is the best form of contact: adulteducation@newberry.org. You can also reach us by phone at 312-255-3700. Please allow 24-48 business hours for a response.
Location
Virtual