Catherine Project Weekly Book Discussion Series

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This weekly book discussion series examines fundamental texts in philosophy, political theory and literature, focusing on the theme of revolution. Online and in person.

This group meets weekly between Sept. 14 and Dec. 21 to discuss readings from fundamental texts in political theory, philosophy and literature, focusing on revolution. This fall, the group reads 19th and 20th century classics on the topic by Tocqueville, Marx, C.L.R. James and Arendt.

This is a hybrid online/in-person course offered in partnership with the Catherine Project. Readers in the Princeton area are encouraged to attend the meetings in person at the library. Registration is managed by the Catherine Project; please send an email requesting a seat to study@catherineproject.org . Rolling admission to the course is offered to those on the waiting list as seats become available.

Limited copies of the selected titles are available from the library.

Presented by the Princeton Public Library's Public Humanities Initiative , in partnership with the Catherine Project. Public Humanities programs are presented with support from the National Endowment for the Humanities: Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this programming do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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If there is an accommodation that you need or would like so that you can fully enjoy library programs, please visit our Accommodations Request Form .