Being on the edge of things - 

A Larkin perspective on Hull and East Yorkshire


SPEAKER: Phillip Pullen








Monday, September 12 at 4pm,
Wrecking Ball Arts Centre,
Whitefriargate




2022 marks the centenary of the birth of Philip Larkin, one of the greatest poets of the Twentieth Century. Larkin spent almost half of his life in Hull, a place in which he achieved most of his literary success and recognition. In this illustrated talk, Philip Pullen of the Philip Larkin Society, and Chair of Larkin100, will examine the legacy of Larkin in Hull andthe East Riding and their importance to him as a writer, poet, and librarian.

Booking Details

No booking required


COVID-19 Considerations

This event will run in line with local & national government guidelines at the time of the festival.


Additional Information

Contact for the day:John Netherwood
www.hullandbeverleyheritagestore.co.uk


Organised by

John Netherwood