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American History & Literature Leader – Virginia Law. Phone: 425-5453

Like to take a fresh look at American history and literature? We all took these courses in high school and often in college, but even these traditional subjects are in flux at the moment. And there is a renewed interest in them, especially American History.

If you are interested, join with me and 8–12 OLLI members in an ongoing study of revisions to the American narrative. I expect to provide a framework, some resources, and a location for this study: members would be expected to participate by reporting their findings, dictated by their interests and knowledge.

To begin, I suggest we start with the new play //Hamilton//. Critics judge that it may be the “best play of the century.”

Group Leader: A longtime “lifelong learner,” I focused on American literature in college, and for 25+ years taught Composition and Literature at West Valley College, Saratoga, including a survey course in American Literature. A small library pertaining to American history is available for our use.

Location: 115 Pasture Rd. Santa Cruz CA Phone: 425-5453 I do have stairs to climb to my house. If this is a problem, give me a call.

Time: I am suggesting 10:30 – 12:30 2nd Thursday of the month. Another time can be arranged if the group wishes.