Seventh Eastern North Carolina Literary Homecoming
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The Eastern North Carolina Literary Homecoming (ENCLH) is a year-long program of events centered on a select group of artists who are from, live in, and/or write about the region. The ENCLH enhances appreciation of the diverse literary and artistic traditions of eastern North Carolina by offering an opportunity for community members to meet with artists rooted in the culture of this region. The program has a loyal and expanding audience.
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The Eastern North Carolina Literary Homecoming is a yearlong program of events centered on a select group of artists who are from and write about the region. The event brings these artists back home to their roots where they connect with one another and audience members. Our theme for 2010 "Contrasting Cultures: Explorations of Place, Self and World Views," explores how place shapes people, influencing their world view and self-perception. The main event is planne for September 17-18, 2010, to be held on ECU's campus. Ten artists have been invited to discuss cultural differences and affinities.
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