The Reading: The Road by Vasily Grossman. Essay: “The Sistine Madonna” pages 163 – 174...
Okay Thomas: Kick things off by posting the first comment! Others please follow suit responding to Thomas' comment. :-)
Here is our entry for round 1:
Etiquette:
We have some diverse opinions in our group. It is important to be respectful of
all perspectives. Obviously no personal attacks. It is great to give differing
views just be respectful in presentation. Remember on-line statements may sound
more harsh than in person. So, bear that in mind. Rather than saying "I
think you are wrong" in response you may want to say something like
"you make an interesting point. However, I look at it this way..."
Definitely you should not say something like "anyone who thinks that way has poop
for brains." or something like that. Finally, on the reverse side of
things also remember that on line communication can sound harsher than
intended. So please take any responses in the most positive light.
The Reading: The Road by Vasily Grossman. Essay: “The Hell of Treblinka” pages 116 – 162...
Okay Eric: Kick things off by posting the first comment! Others please follow suit responding to Eric's comment. :-)
Here is the Game Plan for the Book Club on selections from
the book “The Road” by Author Vasily Grossman.
We will plan to Read and “Discuss” just two essay’s and if someone wants to suggest another we can have a go at that…
The schedule of instigation…
Essay Reading 1: “The Hell of Treblinka” pages 116 – 162.
Instigator: Eric
Date of Instigation: 2/16/25
Essay Reading 2: “The Sistine Madonna” pages 163 – 174.
Instigator: TBD
Date of Instigation: 3/2/25
Essay Reading 3: If someone wants to recommend a 3rd Essay in the book we will read that!
Instigator: TBD
Date of Instigation: 3/16/25
On the Date of Instigation, we will shoot a note out once the instigator has posted her/his instigation and everyone can respond with their thoughts and comments.
For now please post a comment on this post to make sure you can post okay AND to confirm you are planning to read and participate. J
