Main Program | A Tapestry of Words – Shehan Karunatilaka and Leila S. Chudori in Conversation


 
 
20 Oct 2023 09:00 - 10:00
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Valley Stage. Taman Baca, Jl Raya Sanggingan Ubud (Google Maps)
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Leila S. Chudori, a masterful storyteller who explores the complexities of human relationships, politics, and history, while intertwining themes of love, loss, and resilience, meets Sri Lankan writer Shehan Karunatilaka, Booker Prize winner who unleashes his poetic prowess, razor-sharp wit, and keen eye for the absurdities of life. Karunatilaka’s works effortlessly blend humor and heartache, leaving readers spellbound. These two minds come together for a tapestry of thought-provoking insights, laughter, and a celebration of the beauty that lies within the written word.

Leila S. Chudori, seorang pencerita handal yang menjelajahi kerumitan hubungan manusia, politik, dan sejarah, sembari menjalin tema-tema soal cinta, kehilangan dan resiliensi, bertemu penulis Sri Lanka Shehan Karunatilaka, pemenang Booker Prize yang (unleash) kebolehan puitisnya, kecerdikannya yang tajam, dan daya tangkap yang tinggi tentang absurditas kehidupan. Karya-karya Karunatilaka dengan mudah menggabungkan humor dan patah hati, membuat pembaca jatuh cinta. Dua pemikir ini akan bertemu dalam sebuah jalinan wawasan, tawa dan sebuah perayaan atas keindahan yang ada di balik kata-kata tertulis.

Featuring

Shehan Karunatilaka

Shehan Karunatilaka secured the coveted 2022 Booker Prize with his second novel, The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida, affirming his literary prowess. Renowned for his award-winning masterpiece, Chinaman: The Legend …


Leila S. Chudori

Leila S. Chudori, an Indonesian author and journalist, discovered her passion for writing short stories at a young age. She has written several notable books, including Malam Terakhir (1989), Nadira …


Gill Westaway

Gill Westaway lives on the island of Lombok, Indonesia, and runs a small guesthouse. In her former incarnation working for the British Council, she collaborated closely with writers and artists …