‘Curious Affection’ Book Club: ‘Frankenstein’ (1818)
When
10.30 – 11.30am, Thu 19 Apr 2018Where
Queensland Art Gallery & Member's Lounge
About
This year marks the bicentennial of the first edition of Frankenstein, published when Shelley was only 20 years old. The genre-defining classic has inspired countless adaptations and has strongly influenced Piccinini's practice. Discover the themes shared by the novel and the exhibition 'Curious Affection', from the relationship between humanity and the natural world, and the social and moral impact of scientific research, genetics and biotechnology on people, animals and our planet. Autumn book club titles selected by Patricia Piccinini as highlighting key themes in her exhibition 'Patricia Piccinini: Curious Affection'. $10 per meeting Members | $15 Members' guests (includes coffee, tea and sweets) | Book online or call (07) 3840 7278 | Members receive an exclusive 20% off all Book Club titles from the QAGOMA Store. Pre-order your books to avoid disappointment. Contact the QAGOMA Store on (07) 3840 7290 at the beginning of the season