Font size options
Increase or decrease the font size for this website by clicking on the 'A's.
Contrast options
Choose a color combination to give the most comfortable
contrast.
Join us for a one-of-a-kind conversation with National Book Award-winner Colum McCann as he is joined by Diane Foley, the inspiration behind the heartrending book American Mother.
American Mother is the story of a mother who, in the course of confronting her son’s killer, gets to the elemental heart of violence and forgiveness. Diane Foley is the mother of Jim, a freelance journalist captured and beheaded by ISIS in 2014, an image that became one of the most iconic of the 21st century. Seven years later, Diane gets the chance to spend three days with the murderer of her son in a Virginia courthouse, inspiring her to tell her life story. What unfolds is one of the most compelling narratives in recent literary history, channeled into searing reality by New York Times bestselling author Colum McCann, who brings us on a journey of strength, resilience, and radical empathy. You are sure to be moved by McCann's writing and Foley’s uncompromising love.
Registration is required for livestreaming. Submit your questions for the author to answer during the livestream while registering.
Find all of our upcoming Author Talks and past event recordings by clicking here.
AGE GROUP: | All Ages | Adult (18+) |
EVENT TYPE: | Book Clubs & Discussions | Authors & Performers |
Our Virtual location showcases our virtual programs on our events calendar. It is not a physical library location. To find one of our library locations, click the Locations & Hours link at the top of this page.
