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Four ways to live forever? Stephen Cave at Conway Hall

Four Ways to Live Forever? In his new book, Immortality, philosopher Stephen Cave argues that behind the world’s beliefs, creeds and ideologies are just four fundamental strategies, all with one goal: immortality. To explore the possibility - and even desirability - of living forever, Stephen Cave will be joined on stage by biologist Professor Lewis Wolpert and Time Magazine journalist Catherine Mayer. Discussion and audience Q&A will be chaired by Caspar Melville, editor of New Humanist. Event is hosted by The South Place Ethical Society.

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Stephen Cave at How The Lights Get In

Four Ways to Live Forever Who's afraid of the Reaper? Philosopher and writer Stephen Cave argues that we all are - and that we are all following one of four paths that promise we can evade him. Find out which one you are on and where it will take you. £5.00 in advance or £8.00 on the door

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Peter Hennessy at the Salisbury International Arts Festival

After forty years of close observation of British government and politics, in his new book Distilling the Frenzy Peter Hennessy - “this humane and thoughtful historian" - synthesises several of the major themes that have long fascinated him, including Britain’s persistent impulse to punch well above its weight in the world and the value of history to ministers and officials in the rush to make policy. In this lecture, Hennessy’s unique background and position will cast a fascinating light on contemporary history.

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Peter Hain on Nelson Mandela

How The Lights Get In 2012: Music and Philosophy at The Hay Festival Nelson Mandela: Icon of Icons Leading member of Tony Blair's cabinet and famed anti-apartheid campaigner, Peter Hain provides a radical new account of the life of Nelson Mandela and the qualities which make him one of the world’s most potent symbols of the resilience of the human spirit. What makes a man an icon? The story of Nelson Mandela's activism, imprisonment, release and rise is known around the world, but how does a hero become a historical phenomenon? Earlybird price: £4.00 Advance price: £6.00 Full-price: £8.00

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Peter Hain and David Lipsey at the Hay Festival

Forty Years Is A Long Time In Politics: Peter Hain – anti-apartheid campaigner, MP for Neath, former Leader of the House and Secretary of State for Northern Ireland and Wales, and author of Outside In – and David Lipsey – Labour peer and author of In The Corridors of Power – shed new, controversial and wickedly funny light on the political process. Chaired by Simon Mundy.

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Peter Whittle debates the relevance of the monarchy

Amidst the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations, D:BATE’s Event 02 will be on the topic of the Monarchy. Venue and speakers are all now confirmed and the ticketing is open (limited to 200 spaces). The two teams of speakers will debate on the following motion: ‘Great party but the Monarchy is expensive, unaccountable and irrelevant. Britain needs a democratic alternative’ Royalist or Republican, this promises to be a lively exchange of viewpoints and a stimulating evening all round. Confirmed speakers are as follows: FOR the motion: Graham Smith; CEO of Republic Beatrix Campbell; Broadcaster, Author, Campaigner Councillor Sarah Bevan; BANES Liberal Democrat Councillor AGAINST the motion: Jacques Arnold; Member of the Council of the Constitutional Monarchy Association, and former Member of Parliament Peter Whittle; Broadcaster, Writer Ian Roberts, Vice Chairman British Monarchist League This D:BATE event will be held at the Hilton Bath City Hotel. Doors open at 7pm for a prompt start at 7.30pm (event finishes at 9.30pm).

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Hampstead and Highgate Literary Festival

The Hampstead and Highgate Literary festival is a three day celebration of writing for readers of all ages and interests. Peter Hain MP and Matthew Hancock MP will be speaking at the festival - stay tuned for more details.

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