Apparently as per the Bookworm Tony is a cover name for Adam
Sunday 4th November 7.30pm
Travels with The Bookworm: In the footsteps of Mannerheim
with Tony Ilmoni
100 years ago, Finnish statesman Baron Von Mannerheim trekked across Central Asia on horseback on a mission at the behest of Tsar Nicholas II, and in pursuit of the spoils afforded by The Great Game. This year, Finnish journalist Tony Ilmoni retraced his steps - again via horse - traversing mountain passes, glaciers and deserts. Come and hear him recount this fascinating adventure in the footsteps of one of Finland's most famous historical figures.
Tuesday 20th November 7.30pm
‘The Dragon’s Tail’
A Booktalk by Adam Williams
A perennial favourite with Bookworm audiences, Adam Williams returns tonight to discuss the third installment of his fabulous China historical fiction trilogy, ‘The Dragon’s Tail’. Peppered with insights on ‘the writing life’, readings from the new book and usually a fascinating family anecdote or ten, Adam’s talks are not to be missed. Arrive early to avoid disappointment!
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Re: Bookworm Talk Cancelled due to Arrest at Tienanmen
don't get it. Those are 2 different talks -- tony and adam
who was arrested
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Re: Bookworm Talk Cancelled due to Arrest at Tienanmen
Apparently as per the Bookworm Tony is a cover name for Adam
"Politicians use lies to hide the truth. Artists use lies to tell the truth." - V for Vendetta
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Re: Bookworm Talk Cancelled due to Arrest at Tienanmen
Sunday 4th November 7.30pm
Travels with The Bookworm: In the footsteps of Mannerheim
with Tony Ilmoni
100 years ago, Finnish statesman Baron Von Mannerheim trekked across Central Asia on horseback on a mission at the behest of Tsar Nicholas II, and in pursuit of the spoils afforded by The Great Game. This year, Finnish journalist Tony Ilmoni retraced his steps - again via horse - traversing mountain passes, glaciers and deserts. Come and hear him recount this fascinating adventure in the footsteps of one of Finland's most famous historical figures.
Tuesday 20th November 7.30pm
‘The Dragon’s Tail’
A Booktalk by Adam Williams
A perennial favourite with Bookworm audiences, Adam Williams returns tonight to discuss the third installment of his fabulous China historical fiction trilogy, ‘The Dragon’s Tail’. Peppered with insights on ‘the writing life’, readings from the new book and usually a fascinating family anecdote or ten, Adam’s talks are not to be missed. Arrive early to avoid disappointment!
Follow thebeijinger on weibo! http://weibo.com/tbjmagazine