Discussing favorite books is a great way to make new friends, but so many book clubs are not crazy about adding new people to their group. Join discussion leader Lynn Randle in a monthly exploration of a favorite book, sharing among a more inclusive group of any Chesapeake Forum friends who care to join in.
In our next meeting, we will discuss March: A Novel by Geraldine Brooks.
Winner of the Pulitzer Prize–a powerful love story set against the backdrop of the Civil War, from the author of The Secret Chord.
From Louisa May Alcott’s beloved classic Little Women, Geraldine Brooks has animated the character of the absent father, March, and crafted a story “filled with the ache of love and marriage and with the power of war upon the mind and heart of one unforgettable man” (Sue Monk Kidd). With “pitch-perfect writing” (USA Today), Brooks follows March as he leaves behind his family to aid the Union cause in the Civil War. His experiences will utterly change his marriage and challenge his most ardently held beliefs. A lushly written, wholly original tale steeped in the details of another time, March secures Geraldine Brooks’s place as a renowned author of historical fiction.
What to Expect: Course leader Lynn Randle moderates each session of “Books with Friends” in an in-depth exploration of the insights developed in each book. Advanced reading of the books by participants is strongly recommended in order to ensure that the most meaningful discussion. Please note: Due to the nature of these discussions, they are NOT recorded. Register to get discussion group updates and the Zoom link. Anyone is welcome to join in on an ad-hoc basis for books they wish to discuss.
Feedback from past discussion courses with Lynn:
“Outstanding research and great discussion from everyone. It couldn’t have been better!”
“The discussion was organized, thorough, even-handed, and civil. Very informative and helpful. The participants aided the process and, I think, its productive results.”
“Well done to the instructor whose effort to provide a fair balanced study workbook should be recognized. This on a wide-ranging subject that should be readdressed in the future by Chesapeake Forum.”
