The French Revolution: An Evening with Writer in Residence Ruth Scurr



8pm sharp

Ruth’s history of the French Revolution was praised by Hilary Mantel as ‘the calmest and least abusive history of the Revolution you will ever read’ and chosen as one of the Times best books of the decade.

Join the author and historian as she explores this fascinating subject.

Ruth Scurr is a writer, historian and literary critic. She teaches history and politics at Cambridge University where she is a Lecturer and Fellow of Gonville & Caius College. Ruth’s biography of John Aubrey was shortlisted for the James Tait Black Biography Prize.

Tickets are priced at £15 which includes a copy of Ruth's latest book.

Food for Thought will be open for dinner, which must be booked in advance.

To book your place, please call 01244 532350 or email [email protected].