Literature

The Lionel Gelber Prize Announces Expert International Jury for 2024 Award in International Affairs Literature

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Toronto, Washington, London, and Rome – The jury for the 34th edition of the esteemed Lionel Gelber Prize has been announced by The Lionel Gelber Prize Board. Led by Professor Janice Gross Stein, the jury consists of returning jurors Francis J. Gavin and Rosa Brooks from Washington, as well as new jurors Iain Martin from London and Eric Reguly from Rome. Chair of the Lionel Gelber Prize Board, Judith Gelber, expressed pride in the diversity and experience of the jury, stating that their expertise in exploring complex international affairs issues would contribute to fostering public … Read more

Joseph Hassett: From Irish-American Lawyer to Exemplary Scholar of Yeats and Literature

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Dublin, Ireland – The Museum of Literature Ireland recently held a special event to honor the remarkable accomplishments of Joseph Hassett, an Irish-American lawyer with a deep passion for Irish literature, particularly the works of Yeats. Unlike many such events, Hassett was alive, well, and present to receive this well-deserved recognition. Hailing from Buffalo, New York State, Hassett can trace his Irish roots back to the late 19th century. Although he was not born in Ireland himself, his connection to the country is unmistakable. His great-grandfather, Dennis Hassett, was drawn to the Buffalo area by … Read more