Noble Fragments by Michael Visontay tells the fascinating story of how a rare book dealer in the 1920s took apart a Gutenberg Bible and sold its pages individually—an act that shocked the literary world. Decades later, this decision would play an unexpected role in Visontay’s own family history, helping them rebuild their lives after fleeing post-war Hungary. Blending history and personal memoir, the book explores how seemingly small events can have lasting and life-changing consequences.
Noble Fragments: LJLA Author Talk with Michael Visontay
About the Event:
Michael Visontay:
Michael Visontay is an Australian journalist, author, and lecturer with over 30 years of experience. He has held senior editorial positions at major Australian newspapers, including serving as Assistant Editor of The Sydney Morning Herald and Deputy Editor of The Sun-Herald. Visontay has also contributed as a sports commentator for ABC Radio and written extensively on sports, culture, and politics.
In addition to his journalism career, Visontay has co-authored several memoirs, such as The Happiest Refugee and Old School: My Life Story. He is the author of Welcome to Wanderland, chronicling the history of the Western Sydney Wanderers football club. His latest work, Noble Fragments, explores a unique family history intertwined with the literary world.
Currently, Visontay serves as the Commissioning Editor for The Jewish Independent, continuing his dedication to journalism and storytelling.
Debbie Lee:
Debbie Lee is Festival Director, Melbourne Jewish Book Week. She has worked in the publishing industry for over 30 years, primarily with academic publishers such as Cambridge University Press, UNSW Press and Elsevier. Instrumental in building the profile of ‘indie authors’, as well as presenting on the independent publishing revolution at various writers festivals, she is the new owner of boutique publishing house, Ginninderra Press.
Date and time:
Sunday June 22 @ 3:00PM
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Noble Fragments: LJLA Author Talk with Michael Visontay
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