FLYER - BOOK DISCUSSION JUNE 2015

The Inheritance of Loss
by Kiran Desai
Contemporary Classics Book Discussion
Monday
June 8 2015
6 PM–7 PM
Mid-Manhattan Library
Room 101
Looking for a little something to liven up your Monday evening? Join us
after work for our monthly Contemporary Classics book discussion at the
Mid-Manhattan Library! The book up for discussion this month will be
Kiran Desai’s The Inheritance of Loss. This monthly discussion group is an
informal opportunity to dig deep into some of the finest examples of contemporary writing--and make friends with some fellow book-lovers. Come
equipped with your questions and opinions! Registration recommended,
but not required!
Register at: nypl.org/events/calendar
All are welcome!
All Public Library Programs are free of charge.
Mid-Manhattan Library
455 Fifth Ave, New York, NY | 212.340.0863 | www.nypl.org
Contemporary Classics
Book Discussion
Upcoming Dates:
The Flamethrowers
By Rachel Kushner
Monday, August 3, 6 PM–7 PM
Mid-Manhattan Library Room 101
Set in the 1970’s, a tomboyish artist from the southwest moves to New York City to
pursue her dream. After becoming “The Fastest Woman in the World,” she finds
experience, unique characters, a life-changing love affair, and loses herself as her
story unfolds in unexpected ways.
The English Patient
By Michael Ondaatje
Monday, September 14, 6 PM–7 PM
Mid-Manhattan Library Room 101
At the center of bleak war-torn village in Italy during the last days of World
War II lies a man covered in bandages, but filled up with stories. His memories
bring several characters together despite their differences, and reveal a slew of
connected mysteries that will change these characters’ lives forever.
Never Let Me Go
By Kazuo Ishiguro
Monday, October 5, 6 PM–7 PM
Mid-Manhattan Library Room 101
This mystery takes place at Halisham Boardins School in the not-so-distant
future. The children there lead sheltered and idyllic lives, and are well educated
in art and literature. However, at the heart of their pleasant lives lies a sinister
and uncomfortable truth.
Mid-Manhattan Library
455 Fifth Ave, New York, NY | 212.340.0863 | www.nypl.org