Anakana Schofield: Library of Brothel

In Library of Brothel takes us into an eponymous building where no one has a job, no one can find a date, and many struggle just to be housed. Rumours swirl around the crumbling structure and rapacious developers have their eyes on it. But what we find inside is a unique economy: customers take shelter, workers love their jobs, and each room offers a new kind of intellectual stimulation. How can such a precarious place survive?

Anakana Schofield speaks with journalist and critic Michelle Dean about her dazzling new novel, a cri de coeur for human connection and the right to meaningful work.

Q&A and book signing to follow. Books available for purchase.

About this event’s guests:

Anakana Schofield

Michelle Dean

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Library of Brothel

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PLAN YOUR VISIT:

Location: Bram and Bluma Appel Salon, Toronto Reference Library (789 Yonge Street), 2nd floor

Time: Doors open 6:00pm, Event starts 7:00pm.

Tickets: Free registration required.

Ticket policy: We oversell these events to ensure that the greatest number of people have an opportunity to attend. Tickets guaranteed until 6:45pm or until capacity is reached. Seating first come, first served.

Accessibility: TPL is committed to accessibility. If you are Deaf or have a disability and would like to request accommodation for this event, please contact [email protected] or 416-393-7099 at least three weeks prior to the event.

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This event is part of our signature Salon Series, where we host local and international authors, artists and thinkers in conversation about their new books and big ideas.

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