/Literary Arts
Angela Davis A Benefit for Marcus Books In conversation with Hilton Als
Event WebsiteAbout
After 50 years on the front lines of the fight for equality and freedom, Angela Davis remains one of the world’s most important voices for justice. Hilton Als sits down with the influential legendary activist at a celebration in support of Marcus Books, the nation’s oldest Black-Owned bookstore.
SF/Arts Curator Insight
An icon for her activism for more than 50 years, and inspiration now to generations of freedom fighters, Angela Davis discusses her lifelong fight for equality and human rights with The New Yorker staff writer Hilton Als (“White Girls”). Tickets include a copy of Davis’ major new collection of essays and speeches, “Abolition, Politics, Practices, Promises (Vol 1)”, and proceeds benefit Bay Area gem Marcus Books, the nation’s oldest Black-Owned bookstore.
Evan Karp
SF/Arts Curator
Part of This Collection
Since 1980, City Arts & Lectures has offered unique programs with leading figures in arts and ideas. Each year there are more than fifty lectures and onstage conversations – and a few surprise performances, film tributes, and concerts.
Since 1980, City Arts & Lectures has offered unique programs with leading figures in arts and ideas. Each year there are more than fifty lectures and onstage conversations – and a few surprise performances, film tributes, and concerts.