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Ernest Hemingway and Paris with Samuél Lopez-Barrantes
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Samuél is a writer and musician who has lived in Paris since 2008. He holds an M.A. in European Society from University College London and an MFA in creative writing from Vermont College of Fine Arts. Samuél teaches creative writing at the Sorbonne and is also in an American folk-rock trio, Slim & The Beast, which has toured extensively throughout Europe and has been featured numerous times in Rolling Stone France.
This conversation is suitable for all ages.
90 minutes, including a 30 minute Q&A.
This was a great talk led by a skilled teacher who knew his stuff and knew how to communicate in a concise and entertaining way. I loved the elucidating quotes and I loved how he framed the discussion in the context of story constructs. Expertly done!
Samuel’s presentation provided a fascinating, unique perspective of Hemingway’s complex life writ large yet in the context of his Paris experience. His passion for and knowledge of the subject were extensive. He was able to address intimate aspects of the man, his life and loves, in a conversant manner. Very personable!
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Excellent and engaging conversation. Great dialogue with lots of Q&A from an informed professional. Samuel's passion for his topics come through loud and clear.
Samuél is knowledgeable and engaging. He has a way of speaking and teaching that makes you hang on every word. He manged to pack so much more into Hemingway and Paris, than JUST Hemingway and Paris. Bravo!