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Standing up for freedom: the Library of Birmingham and Charlie Hebdo

Posted on January 11, 2015 by Sylvia Morris

In September 2013 Malala Yousafzai opened the brand new Library of Birmingham with a speech which has since been quoted many times. “And let us not forget that even one book, one pen, one child and one teacher can change … Continue reading →

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Shakespeare and his world: MOOC in progress

Posted on April 12, 2014 by Sylvia Morris

I’m very much enjoying the Shakespeare and his World MOOC created by the University of Warwick in collaboration with the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust, devised and presented by Professor Jonathan Bate. Last week the play being examined was The Merchant of … Continue reading →

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Staging The Merchant of Venice

Posted on May 18, 2011 by Sylvia Morris

John Nathan’s interesting article raises the old question whether The Merchant of Venice is too offensive to stage. I’m pleased that he comes down on the side of continuing to perform it, in spite of the discomfort it might cause … Continue reading →

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