21. April, 2023

17:00

Join us for an event that celebrates the importance of literature as a tool for expression. Poets from Slovakia will share their works alongside foreign-born writers who have made a mark on Iceland’s literary scene in recent years.

During the discussion, we’ll delve into the status of literature in Slovakia and Central Europe and compare it to that of Iceland. We’ll also explore the role of authors during difficult times and the significance of literature for minority groups. The event will also feature a discussion about the experiences of being a foreign-born writer in Iceland.

Organized by the Gunnar Gunnarsson Institute and the Writers’ Union of Iceland, this off-venue event is part of the Reykjavík International Literary Festival and the Epic Residencies project, which promotes cultural collaboration between Iceland, Slovakia, and Norway. The event is titled “Not being heard is no reason for silence,” a quote from Victor Hugo’s “Les Misérables.”

Join us for an hour of reading and discussion, primarily in English.