3. Fall into Books: Paradises Lost – A Unique Perspective on Our Collective Story
 

Éric-Emmanuel Schmitt Renowned and most lauded French playwright, short story writer, novelist and member of the Goncourt Academy, Éric-Emmanuel Schmitt will present his latest book published in the United States, Paradises Lost, where he combines his religious, scientific and philosophical research to propel readers from one world to another, and from pre-history to today. This publication is the first installment of Schmitt’s monumental project of recounting the history of humanity, the fruits of more than thirty years of research.  

 
Please note that this event will take place across the street at the the First Lutheran Church of Boston



This event is co-presented with Villa Albertine Boston and the Boston Book Festival.









The French Library is proud to continue its longstanding collaboration with Villa Albertine Boston, alongside the Boston Book Festival. This year’s event promises to be especially exciting, as we welcome a record number of Francophone authors to our stage.

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