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The China Lover
Meet the Author - Ian Buruma, in conversation with John Nathan, Takashima Professor of Japanese Cultural Studies, UCSB
When:
October 21, 2008 7:00pm to 12:00am
Where
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In his enthralling new novel, Buruma-an expert on modern Asia – uses the life of the starlet Yamaguchi Yoshiko as a lens through which to understand the contradictions and complexities of modern Japanese history.
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| Parking – 524 S. Flower Street Garage $1 weekdays until 9pm with validation. $7 maximum after 4pm without validation. To receive validation, present your Los Angeles Public Library card and your parking ticket at the Information Desk in the Main Lobby during Library operating hours. |
Cost:
No Fee – Reservations are recommended
Event Website URL:
Phone Number:
(213) 228-7025
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