From the Bookshelf of Topeka & Shawnee Co. Public Library…

[close] First published 150 years ago, this familiar story of redemption is one of the greatest novels of the nineteenth century as it follows several French characters over a seventeen year period from 1815 through 1832’s June Rebellion. A brief presentation on the cultural impact of this classic is followed by discussion. Read and discuss the book, or attend and listen to learn more about a classic novel.