Holiday Book Club

Welcome the holiday season with a festive book club exploring classic Christmas literature, traditions, and culture! Join Reed as he discusses the literary elements and historical settings that help bring these beloved stories to life, along with holiday traditions, folk music, and carols from English and Welsh society. On December 5, explore Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol and discover how the story of Ebenezer Scrooge reflects the social and economic changes of Victorian England. On December 12, journey into Dylan Thomas’ A Child’s Christmas in Wales and examine his nostalgic portrayal of childhood Christmas celebrations and Welsh culture. Come enjoy thoughtful conversations about how literature, history, and holiday traditions come together in these memorable Christmas classics.