6 November 2026 | Van der Leeuw Lecture: Book and Flesh – An Insight into Reading Through the Body | Groningen
Author Irene Vallejo will deliver the 2026 Van der Leeuw Lecture, Book and Flesh: An Insight into Reading Through the Body, with a response from Joost Oomen. The lecture explores the relationship between books, the body and care, reflecting on how reading helps preserve memory, strengthen connection and foster compassion. Drawing on history and literature, Vallejo shows why caring for what is vulnerable remains essential for individuals and society. The lecture will be held in English with Dutch subtitles.
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