Great Works of Literature - The Seagull, by Anton Chekhov

Set on a country estate in late-19th-century Russia, The Seagull is a quietly devastating comedy-drama about unrequited love, artistic ambition, and the longing to be seen and understood. A young playwright struggles to find his voice while his mother, a celebrated actress, pursues her own fading glory; meanwhile, a young aspiring actress dreams of fame and falls for a successful writer who may never love her as she hopes. As their desires collide, Chekhov reveals the gap between the lives we imagine and the lives we actually lead. Funny, melancholy, and startlingly modern, the play invites us to reflect on creativity, aging, relationships, and the human tendency to seek happiness just beyond our reach.

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We are enthusiasts who get together once a month to read and discuss the great works of classical literature. We will examine their stories, ideas, and timeless explorations of love, passion, and the human experience. Some of us are just beginning our reading journey, while others are more seasoned—but all are welcome in a relaxed, inclusive space built for curiosity, conversation, and a shared love of great books.

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• Book 1 (Feb): A Farewell to Arms – Ernest Hemingway
• Book 2 (March): The Sea-Wolf – Jack London
• Book 3 (April): The Misanthrope – Molière
• Book 4 (May): Othello – William Shakespeare
• Book 5 (June): The Odyssey – Homer
• Book 6 (July): Steppenwolf - Hermann Hesse
• Book 7 (August): The Unbearable Lightness of Being - Milan Kundera
• Book 8 (September): The Castle - Franz Kafka
• Book 9 (October): Fauste - Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
• Book 10 (November): The Seagull - Anton Chekhov | Sunday, Nov 22 | 1:00–2:30 PM

We look forward to meeting you and sharing a thoughtful, engaging conversation around some of the greatest books ever written.