Program description: How and why do great social upheavals and revolutions occur? Over two sessions, we’ll base our discussion on the perspective of Walter Benjamin, an early 20th-century social critic using Michael Löwy’s 2005 book Fire Alarm, which explains Benjamin’s idea that revolutions begin with a longing for redemption. We’ll further illuminate Benjamin’s thoughts via the award-winning 2004 fantasy novel The Iron Council by China Miéville. Reading the texts is not required; however, if you’d like access to the books, please let us know at registration.
Program Leader: Jack Gegenberg
Jack Gegenberg is a retired theoretical physicist and has been a political activist for his entire adult life.
Number of sessions: 2
Dates and time of session: Thursdays, January 16, 23, 1:30 – 3:00pm
Program Location: Sooke Library Multipurpose Room
To register, please make your request to Sooke Region Lifelong Learning by email: sookeregionlifelonglearning@gmail.com
Sooke Region Lifelong Learning is a volunteer organization offering educational programs and workshops for adults in the Sooke region. Based on the Elder College model, we provide stimulating and enjoyable learning environments which address the unique and diverse interests of participants.
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