1:30 p.m., King Library
Join us for a discussion with author Julie Gilbert as she explores the life and legacy of Edna Ferber — Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist, acclaimed playwright, and one of the most widely read authors of the early 20th century. In Giant Love, Gilbert delves into the controversy surrounding Ferber’s groundbreaking novel Giant (1952), which ignited a firestorm in Texas over its depiction of the state’s oil wealth and social hierarchy. The novel’s impact extended beyond literature, culminating in George Stevens’ iconic film adaptation starring Rock Hudson, Elizabeth Taylor, and James Dean.
Florida Voices is generously supported by the Fred J. Brotherton Endowment for Literature, established at The Four Arts by the Fred J. Brotherton Charitable Foundation. Fred Brotherton, who died in 2003, was for many years a Benefactor of The Four Arts and a strong supporter of its programs. Florida Voices, featuring the state that was Mr. Brotherton’s winter home, serves as a continuing memorial to this much-respected member of The Four Arts.