The Dialogue Society Book Group explores the capacity of books to provide windows into different cultural and intercultural worlds. We choose a series of quality novels to read and then discuss together at relaxed, sociable gatherings at the Dialogue Society. Participants are also welcome to suggest books for a future session.
Aims and Objectives
- to bring communities together to meet new people and learn something new
- to provide windows into different cultural and intercultural worlds through well-known books
- to encourage reading in a sociable atmosphere
- to introduce participants to well-known world classics
- to encourage critical thinking and deeper engagement with stories
- to contribute to diversify people’s reading list
Methodology
Participants need to find a copy of the book chosen for each meeting and will need to read it prior to the meeting. We will have a conversation about the book and our responses to it. Discussion may cover:
- The quality of the storytelling
- authenticity and accuracy with which a historical/cultural situation is portrayed
- Our personal responses to it
Participants do not need to be an expert on literature or anything else to join in. The group should be enjoyable for anyone who enjoys a good book and likes discovering new ones.
Project Contact
We are here to provide additional support when you have any queries. Please reach us at info@dialoguesociety.org
Project Impact
The project has been going on for almost 10 years now. This shows it has a considerable interest in the book group gatherings. So far, we have covered 43 quality novels, most of them are world classics by world-famous authors. The project will certainly continue in the future if there is enough interest.