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With Philip Marsden, Fiona Gell, Wyl Menmuir and Natalie Hart
From Moby Dick to The Mermaid of Black Conch, the sea has
inspired storytellers for generations. But amid a rapidly changing climate, the
health of the ocean and the wellbeing of all those who depend on it are under
threat.
What is the role of writing in achieving real world action for
ocean protection? Are there ways in which the tropes of ocean literature could
inadvertently be a barrier to conservation efforts? And how can we better engage
readers to help protect the seas that we love?
Join a panel of authors whose writing has, in different ways,
explored our relationship with the ocean as they ask these questions and more.
Philip Marsden is a Cornish-based travel and nature writer whose
most recent book The Summer Isles saw him head out across the sea on a
solo trip from his home on the Fal to the far north of Scotland.
Fiona Gell grew up on the Isle of Man and trained as a marine
biologist and has a PhD in seagrass ecology and fisheries. Her first book Spring
Tides: Exploring Marine Life on the Isle of Man, is a memoir about marine
conservation and the maritime culture and heritage of the Isle of Man.
Natalie Hart’s debut novel Pieces of Me, was
shortlisted for the Costa First Novel Award. She is Head of Research for
Communications Inc, a communications agency specialising in ocean protection.
She works with over one hundred ocean organisations across the world to develop
impactful ways to tell the ocean story.
Falmouth Book Festival - Can Writing Save The Ocean?
Saturday 22nd October, midday
Tickets: £8/£5
A £1 Poly Fund payment is added to each ticket sold.
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