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The Traveler: George Forster's Quest for Shared Humanity
Step into the life and times of George Forster, a remarkable young naturalist, writer, and revolutionary who journeyed to the far reaches of the known world—and whose radical ideas about humanity, equality, and freedom challenged the dominant worldviews of 18th-century Europe.
At the age of seventeen, Forster joined James Cook's second voyage in 1772, an exploration of extremes from the icy seas of Antarctica to the humid heat of tropical South Pacific islands. Observing indigenous people and diverse cultures, he returned with a deep belief in the equality of all races and by his early twenties, was celebrated across Europe, using his fame to advocate for freedom and human rights and against empire, racism, and slavery.
Join award-winning author Andrea Wulf, as she presents her newest book, The Traveler: One Man's Quest for Humanity from the South Seas to Revolutionary Paris, which documents Forster's quest to find what connects us rather than what sets us apart.
Purchase a pre-sale copy of the book along with your ticket for 10% off the retail price. By selecting the Talk + Book (member or non-member) ticket option below, you'll receive this discount and your copy of the book will be available for pick up at the event. Please note, a limited quantity of books will be available for purchase at the event so we encourage you to select the pre-sale ticket option to guarantee a copy! Copies sold at the event will be at retail price.
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