Friday, September 24, 2010

The Bonfire of the Vanities

VENTRESS LIBRARY CLASSIC BOOK GROUP TO DISCUSS
TOM WOLFE'S "BONFIRE OF THE VANITIES"
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2010 FROM 4:30-6pm

The Ventress Memorial Library in Marshfield hosts an ongoing book discussion group that seeks to delve into classic literature and find fresh insights while considering modern-day perspectives. The next session will meet on Tuesday, October 19, 2010 from 4:30-6:00 in the library's Historical Room. October's featured classic title is "Bonfire of the Vanities" by Tom Wolfe. Published in 1987, this novel of social realism portrays greed, politics, and social class in 1980s New York City. Sign up in advance to reserve a seat, or just come on the day to listen. The program is free and open to the public. New members are always welcome. Light refreshments will be served.

Click on the title's link to place this book on hold or contact the reference librarian Chris Woods for more information.