Jeanne Carstensen with Susanne Pari - A Greek Tragedy

Sat, Apr 5 • 4:00 PM

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Join us at Book Passage for an author event celebrating Jeanne Carstensen's new book, 'A Greek Tragedy', which recounts the harrowing story of a deadly shipwreck during the refugee crisis. Carstensen will be in conversation with Susanne Pari, exploring the human costs of forced migration. The event is free to attend and promises a compelling discussion about resilience and compassion in the face of tragedy.

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