On Exhibit at Robeson Library: NEA Big Read/Catalog of Unabashed Gratitude by Ross Gay

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Catalog of Unabashed Gratitude book cover and its author, Ross Gay

 Photo of Ross Gay by Natasha Komoda

Paul Robeson Library, in partnership with the Rutgers–Camden Center for the Arts, is hosting an exhibit for the NEA Big Read/Catalog of Unabashed Gratitude by Ross Gay now through January 13, 2023.

NEA Big Read exhibit, Catalog of Unabashed Gratitude by Ross Gay
The exhibit contains selections from Ross Gay's Catalog of Unabashed Gratitude, biographical information, and other works by the author.

“Ross Gay’s poetry collection celebrates life and goodness and that which nourishes us, fleetingly and forever, through love and loss,” said Noreen Scott Garrity, director of the Rutgers-Camden Center for the Arts. “He touches on everyday living and notices what we often take for granted. We are looking forward to welcoming guests to share in this enjoyable literary experience.”

Complimentary copies of Gay’s book will be available on a first-come, first-served basis in early November and participants will have the opportunity to contribute to a What Are You Grateful For? installation piece constructed by the Rutgers-Camden Center for the Arts.

Launched in 2006, the NEA Big Read aims to inspire meaningful conversations, artistic responses, and new discoveries and connections in participating communities. In partnership with Arts Midwest, the NEA supports programming centered around one of 15 different contemporary books.

For more information, visit the Big Read website.

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