Description
Join us for an enlightening event that explores the Irish roots and connections of the Brontë family, reflecting on how their story mirrors the experiences of many immigrant families today.
Discover the ways in which the Brontës’ heritage influenced their lives and literary works, offering a fresh perspective on this storied family through the lens of Diaspora Studies.
Refresh and deepen your understanding of the Brontës’ Irishness and its impact on their identity and writings, placing their experiences alongside those of contemporary immigrants. Engage with us in this unique exploration of one of literature’s most famous families and its lasting legacy.
About the Academic
Patrick O’Sullivan
Patrick O’Sullivan, Visiting Professor of Irish Diaspora Studies at London Metropolitan University, grew up in rural Cork and inner-city Liverpool. He holds an Oxford English Literature degree designed by Tolkien and Lewis and was involved in the 1968 BBC documentary Tolkien in Oxford. Formerly a probation and social work specialist, he has taught social work and literature. As a writer and researcher, his projects span television, radio, theatre, and music. Notable works include Irish Night (1987), The Irish Worldwide (1992-97), and consultancy for The Irish Empire series (1999) and the Encyclopaedia of Ireland (2003). He resides in Bradford, Yorkshire.
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