Lord of the Flies in Godalming? The Fiction of Surrey Novelist Jane White - T404
When
Wednesday, 15 April 2026, 18:30 – 19:30
Ward Street, Guildford, GU1 4LH
Time
18:30 – 19:30
Price
Not listed — worth a quick ask
About this event
The Godalming-based novelist Jane White (1934–1985) is not a well-known figure today but in the late 1960s and 1970s her fiction was critically acclaimed and widely read. In this talk, Dr Carl Thompson of the University of Surrey will introduce White’s life and career. He will give readings from her fiction, focussing especially on White’s eerie first novel, Quarry (1967), a book which has been described as Lord of the Flies transplanted to the Surrey countryside! Delivered in partnership with the University of Surrey/SAHN (Surrey Arts and Humanities Network). We’re delighted to offer our afternoon talks on a Pay What You Can basis. We believe everyone should have access to educational and cultural opportunities, and that no one should be excluded because of their financial circumstances. Our talks are £7 for all – if anyone feels they need to pay less than this, please call the team or visit us in person.
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