J. D. Salinger died on Wednesday. He was famous for not only his small but enduring collection of writings, but for his solitude for over 5o years. I read Catcher in the Rye in the mid-70′s. I believe my parents had to sign a permission slip for me to do so in my high school [...]
A new dramatic adaptation of Jane Austen’s Emma will air this Sunday on Masterpiece. It is a three-parter and then last year’s adaptations of Northanger Abbey and Persuasion will be shown again. I very much enjoyed Sally Hawkins’ portrayal of Anne Elliott in Persuasion. Beth, Reader’s Services
We have just posted our new list for the current season of the Contemporary Book Discussion Group. If you haven’t joined us previously, we invite you to “resolve to read and discuss” some great books this year! Copies of the next book are always provided at the meetings. Copies of previous discussion titles are available [...]