![]() ![]() “One of the main reasons for this event, in light of other Distinguished Events Series, is that ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’ has been designated by librarians across the nation,” McAlister said. According to Will McAlister with the Distinguished Events Series, the screening will demonstrate some of Lee’s well-known mysteries, such as why she never published another book after “To Kill a Mockingbird.” The Pulitzer Prize winning novel, which was first published in 1960, turned 50 last year and is celebrated in Murphy’s documentary. ![]() Murphy’s documentary, which was released in 2010, features interviews with Oprah Winfrey, Tom Brokaw, Rosanne Cash, James McBride, Wally Lamb and more. The free event is open to all students, faculty and staff, and offers a look into the influence of Lee’s “To Kill a Mockingbird” and the impact it had on literature and society. Bill Foster and six-time Emmy Award winning producer Mary McDonagh Murphy will follow the show. The Distinguished Events Series at the University of North Alabama will host a documentary entitled “Hey Boo: Harper Lee and To Kill a Mockingbird” Nov. Mitchell-West Center for Social InclusionįLORENCE, Ala.Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. ![]()
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