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Book Discussion

2025-08-04 12:30:00 2025-08-04 13:30:00 America/New_York Book Discussion Join us for a discussion of "James" by Percival Everett. Copies of the book will be available at the service desk one month before the discussion. North Hill Branch Library - Conference Room

Monday, August 04
12:30pm - 1:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-08-04 12:30:00 2025-08-04 13:30:00 America/New_York Book Discussion Join us for a discussion of "James" by Percival Everett. Copies of the book will be available at the service desk one month before the discussion. North Hill Branch Library - Conference Room

North Hill Branch Library

Conference Room

Join us for a discussion of "James" by Percival Everett. Copies of the book will be available at the service desk one month before the discussion.

"James" by Percival Everett here.

"When the enslaved Jim overhears that he is about to be sold to a man in New Orleans, separated from his wife and daughter forever, he decides to hide on nearby Jackson Island until he can formulate a plan. Meanwhile, Huck Finn has faked his own death to escape his violent father, recently returned to town. As all readers of American literature know, thus begins the dangerous and transcendent journey by raft down the Mississippi River toward the elusive and too-often-unreliable promise of the Free States and beyond. While many narrative set pieces of Twain's original novel remain in place, Jim’s agency, intelligence and compassion are shown in a radically new light." - NoveList Plus

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Books & Writing |

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North Hill Branch Library

northhill@akronlibrary.org
Phone: 330.535.9423
Branch manager
Katie Hughes

Hours
We're closed Sunday August 31 due to Labor Day Eve
Mon, Aug 25 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Aug 26 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Aug 27 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Aug 28 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Aug 29 12:00PM to 6:00PM
Sat, Aug 30 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Aug 31 Closed
(Labor Day Eve)

About the branch

Life-long enrichment characterizes the North Hill Branch Library experience. Opportunities for learning and entertainment for customers of all ages abound in the library's programming - from preschool story times to family movie and craft days, from book discussions to stitching and cooking, from computer classes to GED and yoga classes. A diverse collection of books, movies, and music for all tastes and interests are available for borrowing. The library provides access to computers, WiFi, copiers, scanning and faxing.

Working closely with local organizations serving refugees in their first phase of their resettlement in our city and those working with senior citizens in the neighborhood, North Hill Branch Library continues a strong tradition of serving both Akron's newest community members and those families who have made Akron their home for generations. There's something for everyone at the North Hill Branch Library.

Upcoming Events

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