Elizabeth Duval at Lost City Books

Elizabeth Duval at Lost City Books

A night with post-marxist and transgender writer & philosopher Elizabeth Duval, author of Reina, Melancolia, & Madrid Will Be Their Tomb.

By Lost City Books

Date and time

Tuesday, June 18 · 7 - 8pm EDT

Location

Lost City Books

2467 18th Street Northwest Washington, DC 20009

About this event

  • 1 hour

In coordination with the Cultural Office of the Embassy of Spain, Lost City presents a reading and discussion with Spanish author Elizabeth Duval.

Born in 2000, Elizabeth Duval has become one of the best-known media voices of her generation. A post-marxist and transgender writer and philosopher, Duval writes poetry, narratives, theatre and essays. Her literary career took off in 2018 with her debut in the anthology Cuadernos de Medusa. In 2019, she contributed to queer narrative in "Asalto a Oz" and continued her rise with her first poetry collection Excepción and the novel Reina in 2020. Her incisive essay "Después de lo trans" (2021) explored transgender issues from critical and political angles, earning acclaim both in Spain and internationally. Translated into English and German, her work was praised by prestigious outlets such as the Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung and The Irish Times. She also is a prominent activist and spokesperson for the LGBTQ+ community, being awarded and holding relevant positions in unions and political coalitions. Her impact extends beyond literature, participating in television programs and contributing to current political debates.


Accessibility note: This event is up two flights of stairs and Lost City Books does not have an elevator.

This is a free event. RSVPs are appreciated as they help us anticipate the number of guests. Come early to get a seat!

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