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We live in an age of fake news, artificial intelligence, and manipulated stories and images. Distinguishing fact from fiction is becoming increasingly difficult. What is real, and what is imagined? Drawing on his own work – both academic publications and thrillers – Duco Hellema takes us on a journey that is both thought-provoking and entertaining. On Tuesday, 14 October, he will explore the shifting boundaries between truth and illusion, between fiction and non-fiction.

Duco Hellema is Professor Emeritus of the History of International Relations at Utrecht ľ¹Ï¸£ÀûÓ°ÊÓ. He has authored several historical textbooks on topics such as the Cold War, decolonisation, and Dutch foreign policy. More recently, he has turned to writing thrillers. Two have been published by Prometheus — Rendez-vous in Praag and De man in de Amstel — with a third, Rode Hulp, set to appear in October.

Programme:  

• 5:45 p.m. – Doors open 
• 6:00 p.m. – Lecture by Duco Hellema
• 7:15 p.m. – Reflection and opportunity to ask questions
• 7:30 p.m. – Dinner with speaker
• 9:00 p.m. – End of the evening

The cost of the lecture, including the meal afterwards (main course, drinks, coffee/tea), is EUR 28.50. You’re welcome to order other drinks at the bar.

The lecture will be in Dutch; an English summary can be provided upon request.

There will be plenty of time for questions and, if you wish, you can have your own copy of Bob de Winter book signed.