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You're invited to this Wednesday, February 9 virtual book discussion to share ideas about 'The Nickel Boys."
In recognition of Black History Month, "The Nickel Boys" by Colson Whitehead is February's featured book selection.
Awarded the 2020 Pulitzer Prize, this novel chronicles a little-acknowledged strand of American history. "The Nickel Boys" is based on the true story of The Dozier School for Boys, a now-closed juvenile reform school that operated in Florida for 111 years; its secret-filled history was exposed by a university's investigation.
"The Nickel Boys" follows Elwood Curtis, a young African-American, whose dreams of attending college are dashed when he's sentenced to do time at the Nickel Academy during the 1960s.
A NPR reviewer wrote: "[The Nickel Boys] proves beyond a shadow of a doubt that Whitehead is one of the most gifted novelists in America today."
Copies -- including large print and audio formats -- are available at the Orange Branch Library. Stop by the library to pick-up a copy at the Check-out Desk or at the Drive-Up Window.
Register at the link above. Questions? Prefer to pick-up materials at a different DCDL location? Email vschmarr@delawarelibrary.org
Prior to the virtual book group, you'll receive an email with details explaining how-to join the Zoom discussion.
Can't make it to this one? The same book will also be discussed virtually on Thursday, February 10 at 6:00 pm.
Offsite programs can happen anywhere - or even be virtual! Be sure to check the address at the top of the page (near the event title) to see where the event is taking place.
DCDL welcomes all people to our programs and events. If you require ASL interpretation or other reasonable accommodations, please contact us at pr@delawarelibrary.org.
