What: our Book Club will be meeting on Wednesday, July 26. We'll be devoting part of the meeting to discussing a list of future book selections, as well as decorum expectations for the group.
When: 1:30 p.m.
Where: at the home of Aida Bullock, 3755 Lincolnwood, off Hope. 687-0784.
And the book - It's the well-known Zorba the Greek, but the original novel by Nikos Kazantzakis, not the Oscar-winning film, just out on DVD. Zorba has been praised for its Humanist qualities - perfect Summer Reading for us! You can order a copy through the local stores - Barnes & Noble said 3-4 days, and Borders said one week. ($10-15 in paperbook)
Marty
Here are a few enthusiastic book reviews from the B&N Website:
Perspective from a Greek-American High School Student
When I read this book two years in seventh grade, I did not anticipate the impact in which this novel would have on my understanding and appreciation of philosophy. Kazantzakis was a masterful author, and his thinking was revolutionary for the twentieth century. This is one of the greatest introspects into the philosophy, and is a brilliant work of journey on the part of the author. Kazantzakis, sadly, is and underappreciated author in world literature, but he left a tremendous mark with this book. It is completely original, an escape from the conventional and a trip to a world unimagined by most. As a Greek-American, it also broadened my understanding of the island of Crete, where my own grandfather was born and raised.
David Lundberg (dlundberg@triad.rr.com), author of 'OLYMPIC WANDERING.', July 22, 2005,
'Zorba the Greek' is simply a great novel. Kazantzakis is brilliant in his dialogue, story-telling, and word pictures. I have read Zorba over and over again, particularly when I want to feel the vibrant life of Greek culture. Many find themselves in opposition to Kazantzakis' philosophies, but this book should be savored for its pure celebration of life, brilliantly embodied in Zorba and his intellectual boss and friend, a young British Greek. Sexist, yes. Anti-religious, yes. But a great read, nonetheless!
July 06 Book Club Meeting