The Intimidating Book Club: Les Misérables

Intended for those who have always wanted to read that one classic novel of gargantuan proportions but never did (or didn't finish).

Please email my.nguyen@dc.gov to register. There is no preferred translation. However, please take care to select an unabridged copy. eBook copies are available on Overdrive at dclibrary.overdrive.com.

Overview of The Intimidating Book Club

Intended for those who have always wanted to read that one classic novel of gargantuan proportions but never did (or didn't finish). This group will read a notoriously lengthy book widely considered a classic, section by section, and meet monthly at 6:30 p.m. ET for a minimum one-hour discussion that may last through 8 p.m.

Together, we'll get to the finish line. One word at a time.

Series 7: Les Misérables by Victor Hugo

Please come to each meeting having read the following:

• Feb. 28 Fantine Books 1-4 approx. 157 pp.
• Mar. 28 Fantine Books 5-8 approx. 142 pp.
• Apr. 25 Cosette Books 1-4 approx. 144 pp.
• May 23 Cosette Books 5-8 approx. 128 pp.
• Jun. 27 Marius Books 1-5 approx. 123 pp.
• Jul. 25 Marius Books 6-8 approx. 119 pp.
• Aug. 22 Saint-Denis Books 1-5 approx. 121 pp.
• Sep. 26 Saint-Denis Books 6-10 approx. 129 pp.
• Oct. 24 Saint-Denis Books 11-15 approx. 102 pp.
• Nov. 28 Jean Valjean Books 1-3 approx. 150 pp.
• Dec. 18* Jean Valjean Books 4-9 approx. 145 pp.

**Please note: The final meeting on Dec. 18, 2023 will meet on the third Monday of the month.

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