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Annual Dickens Universe: A Conference of 19th Century Literature

Program No. 4650RJ

Immerse yourself in the world of 19th-Century literature and learn about the authors through lectures, group discussions, and Victorian events at the annual Dickens Universe.

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7 days

6 nights

17 meals

6B 5L 6D

Registration, RS event, dinner. Evening lecture, then film.

Santa Cruz, CA

Full Day of Lectures, Sale, Evening Lecture, Film Screening

Santa Cruz, CA

Full Day of Lectures, Sale, Evening Lecture, Film Screening

Santa Cruz, CA

No Evening Lecture, Early Film Screening

Santa Cruz, CA

Last Day Afternoon Tea, Evening Entertainment, Grand Party

Santa Cruz, CA

Usual morning activities, Auction, and Victorian Dance

Santa Cruz, CA

Departures After Breakfast

Santa Cruz, CA

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The Dickens Universe is an annual gathering of scholars, teachers, and members of the general public who share a love of Dickens’s novels and his era. The festive week-long program includes lectures by distinguished scholars, small seminars, films, teas, and Victorian dancing. Enrollment is limited. Register early!

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On Your Feet

I’m comfortable with some walking throughout the day. I expect to get on and off of a coach, and I’m ready to stroll through cities and to stand for a few hours when we’re learning in museums.

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Explore the novel in small discussion groups and lectures by distinguished international faculty.
Enjoy afternoon tea served by the Friends of the Dickens Project.
Immerse yourself in the world of Dickens at a grand party and an evening of Victorian dancing.

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