Study Day: ‘Exploring the Brontë Sisters in the Vicarage’ at the University of Chester (06/06/24)

Thursday 6^th June (10.00am to 1.30pm)

Branwell Brontë’s Portrait of his sisters c.1834

National Portrait Gallery, London

This study day is designed for fans of the Brontë sisters’ works and for those who would like to discover more about three of the most important writers of the Victorian period. There will be talks by Professor Melissa Fegan (on Charlotte), Alison Newbold (on Emily), and Professor Deborah Wynne (on Anne). The talks will be followed by a reading group discussion based on extracts from the sisters’ works.

This free event will take place in the Vicarage, Parkgate Road, University of Chester CH1 4BJ where the English Literature team is based. Advance booking is essential as places are limited.

To book your place, please email: d.wynne@chester.ac.uk