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Writing Historical Fiction: The Ancient World in Modern Literature

March 6, 2008
The Getty Villa

Celebrated authors Steven Saylor and Steven Pressfield join award-winning journalist, author, and local commentator Patt Morrison to discuss the art of writing historical fiction set in antiquity and the challenges of interpreting the classical past for modern audiences.

This program is part of a series of annual presentations related to the theme of antiquity made possible by the Villa Council.

Running time: 84 min.

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