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Exploring Religion: Francis Petrarch: Europe’s First Modern Man?

For centuries, Francis Petrarch (1304-1374) was the model for European writers: he changed the way we think about romance, history and culture, and even the way we write. Join George Ferzoco as he talks about Petrarch’s eventful life, his writings, his rediscovery of Latin literature, his beloved Laura, and some of the many ways we are in his debt.

• In Person

Ages:

18+ years

In partnership with the University of Calgary, Department of Classics and Religion