What we’re about
Each month we read and discuss a "classic", which we define as any book published more than 50 years ago that we still want to read. We read fiction interspersed with a bit of history and philosophy. We meet on Zoom for convenience most months but also meet in person a couple of times a year. Discussions are casual, respectful, on-topic, open, and leaning towards the big questions about the good, the beautiful, and the true.
Upcoming events (4)
See all- "2001: A Space Odyssey" by Arthur C. ClarkeLink visible for attendees
2001: A Space Odyssey is a 1968 science fiction novel by British writer Arthur C. Clarke. It was developed concurrently with Stanley Kubrick's film version and published after the release of the film. Clarke and Kubrick worked on the book together, but eventually only Clarke ended up as the official author. The story is based in part on various short stories by Clarke, including "The Sentinel" (written in 1948 for a BBC competition, but first published in 1951 under the title "Sentinel of Eternity").
Everyone will have a chance to share their thoughts on the book at the start of the meeting, which will be followed by an open discussion. I'll have a few questions prepared to keep the conversation going, which I'll try to post in the comments a week before we meet (although I don't always send them out on time).
We'll be meeting on a Zoom:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88260441110?pwd=NmpZZHZjSW5nVDUrMC9Pc1FLWVVYZz09
IMPORTANT: The passcode for the Zoom call is "classics".
To keep the group size small, there are a limited number of spots available. Please only RSVP if you intend to join.
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