Adam Bremer-McCollum

Adam Bremer-McCollum, a research associate at Harvard's Center for the Study of World Religions, shares insights on his work translating The Pearlsong, a narrative about a child's fantastical journey. He explains its significance in Syriac poetry and its unique bilingual presentation. The conversation dives into the poem's themes of awakening and struggle against dragons, as well as its connections to broader literary traditions. Bremer-McCollum highlights the book's accessibility—available as a free PDF—and its relevance for students and educators alike.