In Conversation with Édouard Louis
October 31 @ 4:15 pm - 5:30 pm
Friday, 31 October 2025
4:15 – 5:30 pm
Room CPD-2.19 – Centennial Campus
The University of Hong Kong
Acclaimed French writer Édouard Louis is known for his powerful autobiographical novels that explore themes of class, identity, and social injustice. Born in 1992 in northern France, Louis grew up in poverty—experiences he recounts in his groundbreaking debut, “The End of Eddy” (En finir avec Eddy Bellegueule). His works, including “History of Violence” (Histoire de la violence) and “Who Killed My Father” (Qui a tué mon père), confront issues such as homophobia, violence, and political neglect. His writing combines literary artistry with activism, establishing him as a significant voice in modern literature.
In this conversation, Édouard Louis will engage the audience on themes such as literature, violence, gender identity, and class.
Moderator: Sylvain Holtermann
Global and Area Studies, Faculty of Arts
This talk will be in English.
All are welcome.
Contact Sylvain Holtermann (sylvainh@hku.hk) for enquiries.
This is event is co-organized by
The Consulate General of France in Hong Kong and Macau