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
“Tell Me a Riddle” and “I Stand Here Ironing” by Tillie Olsen
Wednesday, May 1
featuring Emily Katz, Teaching Assistant Professor of American Studies
Due to the nature of the reading groups, refunds are not available.
Books provided by Flyleaf Books