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Sid Fleischman will discuss his new biography for young people, “The
Trouble Begins at 8: A Life of Mark Twain in the Wild, Wild West,”
Friday, March 13, at the Residence Dining Hall at California State
University, Fresno. A reception begins at 6 p.m. and Fleischman will
speak at 6:45.
Fleischman’s book, “The Whipping Boy,” won the 1987 Newbery Medal,
awarded to the author of the most distinguished contribution to American
literature for children. His books for children and young adults have
been made into films and plays and translated into 19 languages.
His appearance is co-sponsored by ANCA – the Arne Nixon Center
Advocates, the Friends of the Madden Library and the Fresno County
Public Library. Through the leadership of the Fresno County Public
Library, Fresno has been chosen for a third year to participate in The
Big Read, a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in
partnership with the Institute of Museum and Library Services and in
cooperation with Arts Midwest. The Big Read, which will fund
Fleischman's talk, provides citizens with the opportunity to read and
discuss a single book within their community. This year's book is Mark
Twain's “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer.”
Fleischman, an accomplished magician, said that he will saw a child in
half during this presentation (or a librarian or teacher), but mostly he
will discuss Mark Twain.
The reception and Fleischman's talk are free. All ages are welcome.
Reservations are required by calling 559.278.8116 or e-mailing to
mrianto@csufresno.edu. Free
parking is available in Lot G, on the northeast corner of Shaw and Cedar
(enter from Cedar) or in any university lot.
Fleischman's books will be available for sale and autographing at the
talk.
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