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CfP: Dorothy Sayers in the 21st Century

17 July 2024

Proposals are invited for 20-minute presentations on the central theme of Dorothy Sayers鈥� work, its interpretation, publication and reception in the twenty-first century.

On the right, an oldfashioned typewriter as seen from above on dark wooden ground. On the left, a black and white protrait of writer Dorothy Sayers

Submission deadline: 1 August聽2024, 5pm

Seminar details:聽11 October聽2024,聽Institute of Advanced Studies, Common Ground (G11, South Wing) - University College London

This one-day seminar, arranged in partnership between IAS and the , aims to bring together early career researchers, writers, academics and independent scholars to explore, discuss and share ideas on the work and life of Dorothy L Sayers.

Sayers (1893-1957) is best known for her work as a detective novelist. She was also an essayist, poet, translator, lay theologian, advertising copywriter, playwright, reviewer, and a prolific letter writer.

We invite proposals for 20-minute presentations on the central theme of Sayers鈥� work, its interpretation, publication and reception in the 21st Century. Abstracts of circa 250 words, with a brief presenter鈥檚 biography, should be sent to m.rawlinson@ucl.ac.uk by 5pm on 12 July 2024.

We would be grateful if you could also let us know if you have any access requirements. If you are unsure about the suitability of your proposal, please make contact with one of the organisers:
Professor Mary Rawlinson, Institute of Advanced Studies
Seona Ford, Chair, The Dorothy L Sayers Society
Geraldine Perriam, Vice Chair, The Dorothy L Sayers Society