Friendly English Book Club

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We welcome all English learners to join us in reading and discussing short stories from “Classic American Short Stories” collection. Registration is open to everyone on Brentwood Public Library’s website. Helpful materials and information on how to join the discussions online will be emailed to you upon registration. The book is available for check-out at the Circulation desk. 

Monday, July 25, 10:00-11:30 am 

“The Open Boat” by Stephen Crane 

After a shipwreck, a captain, a cook, an oiler, and a correspondent try to navigate an open boat to the shore through very rough seas. 

Monday, August 29, 10:00-11:30 am 

“The Law of Life” by Jack London 

An old and weak Inuit Chief Koshkoosh is left to die alone, because his tribe needs to continue its journey searching for food, clothing, and shelter.