THE ART OF THE SHORT STORY: Human Stories, Human Truths, Human Connections

Registration not required
Meets in the 1st floor Meeting room

Perfect for busy schedules, each story will be a complete, thought-provoking experience. We’ll read aloud and discuss short stories (15- 20 minutes each). Listen, read, or discuss – make it your own! Bond with neighbors, from high-schoolers and USC Aiken students to retirees, in an inclusive setting while discussing short stories.

The January stories are:

To Build a Fire by Jack London First published in 1902, then revised in 1908,  this story is often cited as an example of the naturalist movement that portrays the conflict of man versus nature. It also reflects the author’s personal experiences in the Yukon Territory.

The Swimmer by John Cheever  First published in  The New Yorker in 1964, and later in short-fiction collections, this is considered one of the author’s most outstanding works and is the only literary work by Cheever that has been adapted into a film. The story is highly praised for its blend of  realism and surrealism, myth and symbolism. It explores suburban America, especially the relationship between wealth and happiness.