Great Books Reading Groups

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Gather in small groups for robust explorations of diverse, classic texts with UNC faculty and guest discussion leaders. Reading groups meet in person at Flyleaf Books in Chapel Hill from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. We also offer a limited number of virtual seats for those who prefer to participate from home. Each participant will receive a copy of the book before the first discussion. Space is limited, so sign up early to reserve your spot!

Spring 2024 Book Groups

Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens

Wednesdays, February 14 and 21

featuring Kimberly J. Stern, Associate Professor of English and Comparative Literature

A Star Called Henry by Roddy Doyle

Tuesdays, February 27 and March 5

featuring Michael Keenan Gutierrez, Teaching Associate Professor and Director of the Writing Program, Department of English and Comparative Literature

Discourse on Colonialism by Aimé Césaire

Wednesday, March 20

featuring Max Owre, Executive Director of Carolina Public Humanities

Minor Detail by Adania Shibli

Wednesday, March 27

featuring Nadia Yaqub, Professor of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies

The Lost Boy by Thomas Wolfe

Monday, April 1

featuring James W. Clark, Professor of English, Emeritus, NC State University

Democracy without Shortcuts (excerpts) by Cristina Lafont

Tuesday, April 9

featuring Lloyd Kramer, Professor of History and Director, Carolina Public Humanities

**Dr. Lafont is the keynote speaker for this year’s Adams Symposium on April 19-20

The Peloponnesian War by Thucydides

Tuesdays, April 16 and 23

featuring William H. Race, George L. Paddison Professor of Classics, Emeritus