Online: World Lit Now! - The Narrow Road to the Deep North

This month's title is The Narrow Road to the Deep North by Richard Flanagan (Australia & Japan)

Taking its title from 17th-century haiku poet Basho, The Narrow Road to the Deep North journeys from the caves of Tasmanian trappers in the early twentieth century to a crumbling pre-war beachside hotel, from a Thai jungle prison to a Japanese snow festival, from the Changi gallows to a chance meeting of lovers on the Sydney Harbour Bridge. At the heart of the story is one day in a Japanese slave labor camp, when Australian doctor Dorrigo Evans fails in his quest to save the lives of his fellow POWs.

Join us for World Lit Now!, a book-discussion group focused on recently published, award-winning literature from around the globe. We meet on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 10:30 am from January through November. Meetings will take place via Zoom. New readers are always welcome! Barb Jennes, Ridgefield’s Poet Laureate, leads the group’s always-lively discussions. Please register below.

*Everyone who registers below will receive the Zoom link.

Many of the book discussion titles can be downloaded via the Library's Hoopla or Overdrive services. Check for video instructions on using Hoopla. Print copies are available at the Library for most book groups. Call 203-438-2282 about reserving books. Copies can also be purchased at Books on the Common at a 15% discount.

If you are participating by Zoom and have not received your Zoom link by the day before the book discussion please email lthandley@ridgefieldlibrary.org

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