Hello, Book Club Friends,
In 2009, Hilary Mantel's novel, Wolf Hall, won the Booker Prize. It is the first in a trilogy about Thomas Cromwell, the son of a blacksmith who became Cardinal Wolsey's lawyer and, eventually, Henry VIII's most trusted counselor. The second novel in the trilogy, Bring Up the Bodies, has won the Booker Prize for 2012!
I propose that we read Wolf Hall for February and, if we enjoy it as much as I think we will, go on to Bring Up the Bodies for May. I have not yet read Wolf Hall; I recommend to you a review of the book from The Guardian, which you will find listed online when you google the title.
When I finish teaching three classes at Holton, I will read the book and send you my usual comments and questions. Join me on an interesting venture; I think we will be impatient for the completion of the trilogy!
If you would like to attend, please RSVP to Alumnae Director Abigail Betts ’98 (301-365-6005).
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