I.L. Peretz (in English) Reading and Discussion Group. Read and discuss Ruth Wisse's book, I.L. Peretz and the Making of Modern Jewish Culture, and selected stories by Peretz. The program is free. The book is available for sale at the group, if you don't have a copy. No background is needed. Everyone is welcome.
The group runs every second and fourth Saturday, 10:30–noon, starting March 12.
Ruth R. Wisse is research professor of Yiddish and comparative literature at Harvard University. She is the author of The Modern Jewish Canon: A Journey through Language and Culture and editor of The I. L. Peretz Reader. Please note that this group is not led by the author.
Please call the Peretz at 604-325-1812 if you have questions
Sponsor: The Peretz Centre