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SUMMARY:In Conversation with Édouard Louis
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, 31 October 2025 \n4:15 – 5:30 pm \nRoom CPD-2.19 – Centennial Campus \nThe University of Hong Kong \nAcclaimed 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. \nIn this conversation\, Édouard Louis will engage the audience on themes such as literature\, violence\, gender identity\, and class. \nModerator: Sylvain Holtermann \nGlobal and Area Studies\, Faculty of Arts \nThis talk will be in English. \nAll are welcome. \nClick here to register \nContact Sylvain Holtermann (sylvainh@hku.hk) for enquiries. \nThis is event is co-organized by \nThe Consulate General of France in Hong Kong and Macau \nGlobal and Area Studies\, HKU\nGender Studies\, HKU\nDepartment of Sociology\, HKU
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