Join Randy Cohen, host of the popular WAMC radio show "Person Place Thing," for an engaging live taping featuring the celebrated Irish author Colum McCann.
Colum McCann, known for his award-winning literary works such as "Let the Great World Spin" and the New York Times bestseller "Apeirogon", will delve into the people, places, and objects that hold deep personal meaning. With Cohen's unique ability to uncover unexpected stories, this event promises to offer fresh insights into McCann’s life, creativity, and the inspirations behind his writing. Don't miss this dynamic evening of storytelling and conversation at the American Irish Historical Society.
Colum McCann is an Irish writer of literary fiction. He was born in Dublin, Ireland, and now lives in New York. He is the co-founder and President of Narrative 4, an international empathy education nonprofit. He is also a Thomas Hunter Writer in Residence at Hunter College, New York.
He has written seven novels, three collections of stories and two works of non-fiction. He is best known for his national book award-winning novel "Let the Great World Spin" (2009). He has won the US National Book Award, the Dublin Literary Prize, and has been nominated for an Oscar.
His most recent novel, "Apeirogon", became an immediate New York Times best-seller and won several major international awards. His first major non-fiction book, "American Mother", was published in January 2024.
Hosted by former New York Times Ethicist Columnist Randy Cohen, "Person Place Thing" features guests who talk about a person, a place, and a thing they find meaningful. Randy pulls out the most interesting details from columnists to musicians, architects, and ballerinas including Rosanne Cash, E. Jean Carroll, and Gene Kohn. The results: surprising stories from great talkers.
The American Irish Historical Society
The American Irish Historical Society (AIHS) in New York is an organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the history and culture of the Irish in America.
Founded in 1897, it serves as a cultural and historical repository, offering resources, exhibits, and events that highlight the contributions of Irish Americans to the United States.
he live taping of "Person Place Thing" with Colum McCann will take place at 6 pm on Monday, September 30, 2024, at 6:00 pm. This event is the first in a series.
Comments