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Thalia Book Club: Ann Patchett Commonwealth

The acclaimed bestselling author returns to Symphony Space to discuss her latest novel. Told with equal measures of humor and heartbreak, Commonwealth tells the enthralling and tender story of how an unexpected romantic encounter irrevocably changes two families’ lives. In conversation with Emma Straub (Modern Lovers). An excerpt from the novel will be performed by Alan Alda.

“Patchett elegantly manages a varied cast of characters as alliances and animosities ebb and flow, cross-country and over time… [Commonwealth] show[s] her at her peak in humor, humanity, and understanding people in challenging situations.”
–Publisher’s Weekly Starred review.  

At the Thalia Book Club, readers and writers meet for intimate conversations about compelling new books and favorite classics in fiction, essay, biography and more. Evenings include an actor performing an excerpt, an interview and a conversation with the audience, plus book signings.











When: Wed., Sep. 28, 2016 at 7:30 pm
Where: Symphony Space
2537 Broadway
212-864-1414
Price: $25
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The acclaimed bestselling author returns to Symphony Space to discuss her latest novel. Told with equal measures of humor and heartbreak, Commonwealth tells the enthralling and tender story of how an unexpected romantic encounter irrevocably changes two families’ lives. In conversation with Emma Straub (Modern Lovers). An excerpt from the novel will be performed by Alan Alda.

“Patchett elegantly manages a varied cast of characters as alliances and animosities ebb and flow, cross-country and over time… [Commonwealth] show[s] her at her peak in humor, humanity, and understanding people in challenging situations.”
–Publisher’s Weekly Starred review.  

At the Thalia Book Club, readers and writers meet for intimate conversations about compelling new books and favorite classics in fiction, essay, biography and more. Evenings include an actor performing an excerpt, an interview and a conversation with the audience, plus book signings.

Buy tickets/get more info now