The Library will celebrate International Women's Day with an event exploring how outsiders are treated by society. The speakers will be Livi Michael and Ruth Eversley.Livi Michael will discuss her recent novel Malkin Child which tells the story of the Pendle Witches Trial of 1612 from the perspective of a young child, Jennet Device. Livi lives in Oldham and is the author of many novels for adults and young people, often set in the Manchester area. She also teaches creative writing at Manchester Metropolitan University.
Ruth Eversley, who is a volunteer with Oldham Unity, will discuss the work of the project in supporting destitute asylum seekers by providing them with food and support.
The event will be chaired by Bernadette Hyland .
The event starts at 2pm, is free and is open to all.
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