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This multi-generational saga highlights the soon too-be-lost matriarchal haenyeo phenomenon, started during Japanese colonialism in the '30s and '40s.
Zoe Norwood will co-lead the discussion of The Island of Sea Women, by Lisa See with book club member, Faye Marcus. This new historical novel follows Mi-Ja and Youngsook, two girls from different backgrounds, who begin working the sea with their village's all-female diving collective. The Library has 11 copies of the book that can be put on hold and picked up via our curbside service at any of our locations. There is also 1 audiobook available. There is an e-audio book and an e-book available through CloudLibrary if you'd prefer a digital copy. If you have any questions please call 815-987-6626. Registration is required. You will receive an email the morning of the event with the WebEx link directing you to the live presentation.
TAGS: | Book Discussion |
The 36,000 sq.ft. Hart Interim Library opened Dec. 2, 2017 and serves as the Rockford Public Library’s main downtown facility. The newly renovated space boasts a 2nd story Children’s Area with dedicated computer lab, Read, Play, Learn program room, and creative play space, a Maker Lab with access to 3D printers and scanners and small board computers a sizable Young Adult Zone with gaming center, adult computer lab, local history room, and 5 private meeting and study rooms accommodating groups of 2-8 people.
