Panel Discussion: Lives and Literacy in Ancient Egypt

Learn more about the people, literature, and writing practices of everyday life in Greco-Roman Egypt. This program is held in conjunction with the opening of the Ransom Center's newest exhibition, .

Panelists include:

Aaron T. Pratt, Carl and Lily Pforzheimer Curator of Early Books and Manuscripts, Harry Ransom Center, The University of Texas at Austin

Jeremy Penner, Senior Curator of African and Near Eastern Manuscripts, John Rylands Research Institute and Library, The University of Manchester

Geoffrey S. Smith, Associate Professor, Department of Religious Studies, The University of Texas at Austin

Katherine Taronas, Assistant Professor, Department of Religious Studies, The University of Texas at Austin.

Please have your reservation confirmation ready upon entering. A reservation does not guarantee a seat. Line forms upon arrival of the first patron, and doors open 30 minutes in advance. Doors to our theater will open approximately 30 minutes before the event begins. No food or beverages are allowed inside our theater or gallery space.

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