"Scotland's DNA"
by
Alistair Moffat
Thursday, 24th January 2013
7:00pm
Painted Gallery, Pinkie House, Loretto School
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Alistair Moffat has been announced as the person to deliver the next Loretto Lecture, a now well-established series of free talks and presentations open to all and established by Loretto, Scotland’s oldest boarding school based in Edinburgh.
He will speak on ‘Scotland's DNA' in the magnificent surroundings of the Painted Gallery in Pinkie House, Loretto School in Musselburgh on Thursday, 24th January 2013 at 7:00 p.m.
Alistair Moffat is an award winning Writer, Journalist and former Director of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe and Director of Programmes at Scottish Television.
He is the founder and Director of Borders Book Festival and Lennoxlove Book Festival and is Rector of the University of St Andrews.
He has recently launched Britain's DNA, Scotland's DNA and Ireland's DNA and is Co-Chairman of The Great Tapestry of Scotland and a Director of Book Nation.
The Loretto Lecture Series attracts figures from all walks of life and continues to maintain its unparalleled reputation for international guests and speakers. Recent events and speakers have included BBC Radio 4's 'Any Questions?', the return to Scotland after 425 years of Mary, Queen of Scots’ Book of Hours which was reunited for one day with the crucifix she is believed to have carried to her execution, speakers such as legendary peace activist, Colin Parry, Secretary of State for Scotland, Michael Moore and acclaimed broadcaster and journalist Lesley Riddoch.
Perhaps the most unique feature of the Loretto Lecture Series is the opportunity to meet, listen and to question some of the world’s most famous and interesting people. The Loretto Lecture Series attracts the most well-renowned speakers from all walks of life.
We would be delighted if you were able to join us.
Places are free and can be reserved by contacting Mr Jonathan Hewat, Director of External Affairs, Loretto School, on 0131 653 4413 or email jhewat@loretto.com