The Kreisel Lecture (Part 3/3): The Duty of Story
Summary
In this finale of the Kreisel Lecture series, host Paula Simons joins authors Richard Van Camp, Shani Mootoo, and Lise Gabery-Dialo for a stage conversation. They explore themes of place as character, the writer’s role as an outsider, and the ethical duty to communities. The discussion covers balancing truth with respect for real people and honoring local legacies through storytelling.
Topics discussed
Introduction to the 2026 Kreisel Lecture series finale
Shani Mootoo on place as a character and writing Canada
Lise Gabery-Dialo on being an outsider and minority writer
Richard Van Camp on truth-telling and fictional communities
Lise Gabery-Dialo on writing as medicine for the community
Shani Mootoo on balancing truth and responsibility in fiction
Closing thoughts on the writer's duty to place and legacy
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