Reappraisal Reading Circle
Open meeting to discuss a prolific, popular author of the past whose works are held in quantity by the Athenaeum. Meetings are bi-monthly on Third Wednesdays—hybrid sessions. Sign up here for Zoom link
2025–26 Discussions:
Sep 17
Sir Walter Scott (1771–1832)
Scottish novelist, poet, and historian.
Nov 19
Alexandre Dumas, pere (1802–1870)
French playwright and author of historical adventure novels.
Jan 21, 2026
Margaret Deland (1857–1945)
American writer of poetry, short stories, and realistic novels. Sometimes called the American Mrs. Humphry Ward.
Mar 18
Elizabeth Goudge (1900–1984)
English writer of fiction and children’s books.
May 20
Warwick Deeping (1877–1950)
English author of short stories and best sellers.
June 17
Selection meeting for 2026–27
