# Event Details - **Event Name**: Sydney Writers' Festival live stream - Amitav Ghosh - Batemans Bay - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 23 May, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 23 May, 2026 at 11:00 am (+10:00) - **Event Description**: Acclaimed author Amitav Ghosh explores the themes of history, post-colonialism and environmentalism behind his rich body of work.About this EventJoin us at Batemans Bay Library for a front-row seat to some of the most anticipated talks and panels from this year’s Sydney Writers’ Festival, streamed live and free thanks to the State Library NSW.Hear from acclaimed authors, powerful storytellers, and fresh voices — all without leaving town.Amitav Ghosh - In ConversationAn incomparable storyteller, lucid analyst and eloquent polemicist, acclaimed writer Amitav Ghosh’s rich body of fiction and non-fiction work has shaped our contemporary understanding of history and the environment.In this special event, Amitav reflects on his career and range of bestselling books including the Ibis trilogy, ground-breaking non-fiction in The Great Derangement and The Nutmeg’s Curse and his newest novel Ghost-Eye, set in 1960s Calcutta.Explore the themes of history, post-colonialism and environmentalism behind his ongoing work, in conversation with Michael Williams.Terms and conditionsYour attendance at events supported by Eurobodalla Libraries may be digitally recorded through photographs and/or video recordings. Images may be used for promotional purposes on council’s websites, publications, social media or by newspapers. By attending this session you agree to these terms. If you do not wish your image (or the image of your child) to be published, please notify staff before the event.Children aged 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. During an event a child’s parent or guardian must remain on the library premises but does not have to be in the event space.Bookings are essential and spaces are limited.CancellationsOur events often book out. If you are unable to attend, please let us know before the event so we can allocate your spot to another person.Occasionally, we need to cancel an event due to insufficient bookings or unforeseen circumstances. If we need to cancel an event you will be notified via email or telephone and your ticket fee will be fully refunded. Events cancelled by Eurobodalla Libraries will not incur a cancellation fee.You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before the start of an event and have your ticket fee refunded. These cancellations will incur a small Eventbrite booking fee. To cancel, log into Eventbrite using the email you used to purchase your ticket.If you need to cancel within 48 hours and would like to discuss your situation with the Library Coordinator please email library@esc.nsw.gov.au - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/batemans-bay/sydney-writers-festival-live-stream-amitav-ghosh-batemans-bay/100001986378860644 - **Event Categories**: Art, literary-art, Festivals - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: AUD ## Event venue details - **city**: Batemans Bay - **state**: NS - **country**: Australia - **location**: Batemans Bay Library - **lat**: -35.7212409 - **long**: 150.19282380000004 - **full address**: Batemans Bay Library, Hanging Rock Place, Batemans Bay, Australia ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Sydney Writers' Festival live stream - Amitav Ghosh - Batemans Bay - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/016d4c9fc1f21b7b7305ea72e0d219ae149c60d79b3c74f589d24900f2a414cf-rimg-w1200-h675-dc76624a-gmir.jpg?v=1775126078 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Sydney Writers' Festival live stream - Amitav Ghosh - Batemans Bay being held? - **A:** Sydney Writers' Festival live stream - Amitav Ghosh - Batemans Bay takes place on Sat, 23 May, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 23 May, 2026 at 11:00 am at Batemans Bay Library, Hanging Rock Place, Batemans Bay, Australia. - **Q**: Who is organizing Sydney Writers' Festival live stream - Amitav Ghosh - Batemans Bay? - **A:** Sydney Writers' Festival live stream - Amitav Ghosh - Batemans Bay is organized by Eurobodalla Libraries. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Sydney Writers' Festival live stream - Amitav Ghosh - Batemans Bay is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Batemans Bay, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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