A collection of letters to young readers, A Velocity of Being compiles the words of contemporary artists, writers, scientists, philosophers, entrepreneurs, musicians, and adventurers as they reflect on the power of reading, and its ability to make the spirit soar. In response to each letter, artists, illustrators, and graphic designers of note have created original artwork to accompany the prose. To celebrate the book’s release into the world, a number of its contributors will take to the stage; one of the editors Maria Popova will be present and there will be featured readings and performances by: Jad Abumrad, Diane Ackerman, Paola Antonelli, Sophie Blackall, Alexander Chee, Adam Gopnik, Paul Holdengräber, Sarah Kay, Dawn Landes, Janna Levin, Morley, Annalee Newitz, William Powers, Amanda Stern, Mariahadessa Ekere Tallie, and Naomi Wolf.
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