Monday, April 18, 2011

Why we're not reading The Feminine Mystique

Originally the The Feminine Mystique was part of our reading list, but just read this New Yorker article instead.

April: The Wordy Shipmates by Sarah Vowell

Suggested discussion topics:
- Vowell's writing style and approach
- The construction of American identity
- "Puritan Modesty" and other lasting influences
- What did you most like about the book?
- What did you dislike about the book?
- What is your favorite passage?
- What most surprised you?