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Stealing HistoryPreserving the Past
Roger Atwood sheds some light on illicit antiquities trading, from the market that supports it, to the damage it causes to archaeological sites, in Stealing History. Then, Robert Alter discusses his rigorous new translation of the Hebrew Bible: The Five Books of Moses. And internationally-acclaimed director Zhang Yimou, one of China’s most influential and controversial filmmakers, discusses his latest film: "House of Flying Daggers." Finally, avant-garde novelist Stephen Dixon talks about his latest novel, Old Friends, with his publisher Dennis Johnson.
Roger Atwood
Roger Atwood describes what he calls the "looting of the ancient world" in Stealing History.
Events:
Roger Atwood will be speaking and signing books on:
Thursday, December 2nd at 6:30pm
The Puffin Room
435 Broome Street (between Crosby and Broadway)
Music: John Williams Greatest Hits 1969-1999: "The Imperial March" from Empire Strikes Back / "Parade of the Slave Children" from Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom
Soundtrack to The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles: music by Laurence Rosenthal and Joel McNeely: "Main Title"
John Williams Greatest Hits 1969-1999 / "Parade of the Slave Children" from Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom
Robert Alter
Robert Alter on his new translation of The Five Books of Moses.
Music: An Homage to Lou Harrison, Tammittam Percussion Ensemble: "Canticle No. 3 For Ocarina, Guitar, and Percussion"
Lou Harrison: Works 1939-2000: "Music for Remy"
The Music of Upper and Lower Egypt "Ya Rab Toba"
Zhang Yimou
Director Zhang Yimou on his new film, "House of Flying Daggers."
» Visit the film's website
Music: Soundtrack to House of Flying Daggers, music by Shigeru Umebayashi
Stephen Dixon and Dennis Johnson
Novelist Stephen Dixon and publisher Dennis Johnson on Dixon’s latest book: Old Friends.
Music: Soundtrack to Benny & Joon, music by Rachel Portman: "Benny & Joon"
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