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SUMMARY:Wilding by Isabella Tree | PBS Books Readers Club
DESCRIPTION:PBS Books Readers Club welcomes British author and conservationist Isabella Tree to discuss her inspirational non-fiction book Wilding: Returning Nature to Our Farm. The episode premieres on April 29th at 8PM ET as a PBS Books Facebook Live event\, on the PBS Books YouTube channel\, pbsbooks.org\, and the PBS app. \nWilding: Returning Nature to Our Farm chronicles the real-life experiences of Isabella Tree and her husband Charlie Burrell as they take on rewilding their 3\,500-acre Knepp Castle Estate in Sussex\, England. A land ravaged by centuries of farming\, it was starting to fail\, and along with it\, the family’s sense of security. Inspired by a visit from an arboriculturist looking to save their old oak trees\, Burrell and Tree decided to take a chance and change everything they were doing with the land. Through the reintroduction of native species both flora and fauna\, this striking case of land revitalization proves there is way to allow the wild to thrive again. \nAs Tree reflects\, “I think the only answer to eco anxiety is to get your hands dirty and do something. And the joy that can come from even transforming a window box… so that you’re now attracting night flying moths and hoverflies and all the forgotten pollinators\, you’re making a difference. And that feels just so fantastic.” \nPart personal memoir\, part history lesson\, and part biology lesson\, Wilding is an uplifting and rare eco-success story. Isabella Tree does a magnificent job weaving together the many aspects of what it means to rewild. From the littlest bugs in the ground to large grazing animals\, each species plays a vital role in bring balance to the environment. It is the true story of nature’s resilience when given a chance. \nPBS Watch-Alike: Wilding Wilding tells the story of a young couple that bets on nature for the future of their failing\, four-hundred-year-old estate. The young couple battles entrenched tradition\, and dares to place the fate of their farm in the hands of nature. Ripping down the fences\, they set the land back to the wild and entrust its recovery to a motley mix of animals both tame and wild. It is the beginning of a grand experiment that will become one of the most significant rewilding experiments in Europe.
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SUMMARY:Author Talk With John Garrison Marks: "Thy Will Be Done"
DESCRIPTION:This is an in-person event taking place at the Anderson Theatre at the Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation. This event is free to attend\, but registration is required. \nAs we reflect on 250 years of America’s history\, we invite you to join us for an impactful and important conversation with historian and author John Garrison Marks. \nMarks will discuss his newest work\, Thy Will Be Done: George Washington’s Legacy of Slavery and the Fight for American Memory (2026)\, where he tells the story of Americans’ long\, fraught struggle to come to terms with Washington’s legacy of slavery. \nThe program will lead with a question Americans have reflected on for nearly 250 years: How should we remember George Washington’s entanglement in slavery? \nUsing research foundational to Thy Will Be Done\, Marks will speak to Washington’s ties to slavery\, and how the actions seen in his life’s work have shaped and reshaped Americans’ collective memory of Washington and slavery — along with their understanding of the nation. \nThe program will include a discussion with Heather Bruegl (Oneida/Stockbridge-Munsee)\, Curator of Political and Civic Engagement at The Henry Ford\, and be followed by a brief audience Q&A and book signing\, with the opportunity to purchase a copy of Thy Will Be Done. \nThe Henry Ford is committed to being a welcoming place for curiosity\, learning and the open exchange of ideas. Programs featuring guest speakers are intended to encourage thoughtful conversation and exploration. The views shared at these events do not necessarily reflect those of The Henry Ford. \nRegister HereAbout The Book\nIn Thy Will Be Done: George Washington’s Legacy of Slavery and the Fight for American Memory\, historian John Garrison Marks tells the story of Americans’ long\, fraught struggle to come to terms with Washington’s legacy of slavery. He traces how politicians\, abolitionists\, educators\, activists\, Washington’s former slaves and their descendants\, and others have remembered\, forgotten\, and manipulated slavery’s place in Washington’s story\, and how they have wielded versions of that story in the political and cultural fights of their time. Marks shows how generational struggles over our collective memory of Washington and slavery have always been part of a bigger conversation about defining the United States and its people. As debates about the founders’ participation in the system of slavery continue to roil public discourse\, Marks shows with new clarity that Americans have never collectively reconciled Washington’s conflicted legacy. By truly grappling with Washington’s role as enslaver and emancipator\, we may come to better understand the nation and ourselves. \nRegistration Information:\nThe event is free to the public\, but registration is required. Seats are limited. \nThere is a maximum of six registrants per entry. Registrants will receive confirmation and event reminders via email. Please show these confirmations upon entry to the event. \nRegistration will close if capacity is reached. \nRegister HereAbout The Author:\nJohn Garrison Marks is a historian and writer whose work explores race\, slavery\, memory\, and public history in the United States. He is the author or editor of three books\, most recently Thy Will Be Done: George Washington’s Legacy of Slavery and the Fight for American Memory. His writing has appeared in TIME\, Washington Post\, and Smithsonian Magazine. Marks also serves as the Director of the Public History Research Lab at the American Association for State and Local History leading research\, leadership initiatives\, and special projects. He earned his Ph.D. in History from Rice University. He is a native of New Jersey and currently lives outside of Washington\, D.C.
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SUMMARY:Dual Identities - An Author Conversation with Arthur Myron Horwitz
DESCRIPTION:PBS Books is pleased to partner with The Zekelman Holocaust Center for an Author Conversation with Arthur Myron Horwitz to discuss his new book Dual Identities: Living in Meier’s Shadow. \nIn this program\, Arthur will explore the making of his memoir\, sharing the challenges he faced in navigating his coming-of-age story in America. He will offer insights into the impact of inherited trauma\, the path to coping\, and the journey toward reconciliation. \nAbout Dual Identities: Living in Meier’s Shadow\nA photograph. A hidden truth. A lifetime of responsibility. Arthur Horwitz\, the son of a Holocaust survivor\, grew up hearing stories of loss and resilience. His powerful new memoir explores inherited trauma\, identity\, and healing. Join Arthur at The HC for the official launch of his book and a deeply personal conversation about his family’s legacy. \nPick up your copy of Dual Identities: Living in Meier’s Shadow while supporting PBS Books:\nAbout The Author:\nArthur Horwitz is a nationally respected journalist\, publisher\, and civic leader. His career has been recognized through his induction into the Michigan Journalism Hall of Fame\, the establishment of the Arthur M. Horwitz Collection at the University of Michigan\, and his designation as publisher emeritus of the Detroit Jewish News\, where he served as publisher and executive editor for over thirty years. Arthur also shares his story with students at The HC as a Next Generation Speaker. \nSupport for this program provided by:
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SUMMARY:Pennsylvania | American Stories: A Reading Road Trip Episode 113
DESCRIPTION:Fasten your seatbelts and join PBS Books and the Library of Congress as we visit Pennsylvania on our next stop in American Stories: A Reading Road Trip. Join us on May 26th at 8pm ET/ 5pm PT for a PBS Books Facebook Live event\, or on the PBS Books YouTube channel\, the PBS app\, or pbs.org. Visit pbsbooks.org/readingroadtrip to learn more. \nWinding from Pittsburgh through the Appalachian Mountains to Philadelphia and every town in between\, Pennsylvania’s story is steeped in history. From Benjamin Franklin’s contributions to our young nation\, including publishing Poor Richard’s Almanack and founding the Library Company of Philadelphia\, he helped establish the idea that community access to knowledge is a true public treasure. Through the years\, this state has also been home to trailblazers such as Nellie Bly (Around the World in Seventy-Two Days)\, whose investigative reporting helped redefine how journalists uncover the truth\, and Bayard Rustin (Time on Two Crosses)\, who advanced peaceful protest during the Civil Rights. August Wilson (Fences) brought the life of his community to the stage\, while Fred Rogers (It’s You I Like) inspired generations to be compassionate neighbors. \nThe Keystone State continues to shape today’s literary landscape. Poets Marjorie Maddox (Seeing Things) and Dr. Raina J. León (Black God Mother This Body) use the power of language to illuminate life’s unseen struggles. Jennifer Weiner (Good in Bed) redefines so-called “chick lit” with bold\, empowering stories\, while Eric Smith guides the next generation through change with YA novels like With or Without You. \nDiscover Pennsylvania’s rich literary landmarks across this surprisingly expansive state. Browse the shelves of historic libraries like the Athenaeum in Philadelphia and the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh\, explore distinctive bookstores such as City of Asylum and Giovanni’s Room\, and visit remarkable museums like the Mütter Museum\, which highlights Philadelphia’s long history of medical innovation and writing. \n\n            \n          About American Stories: A Reading Road Trip\nPack your curiosity —PBS Books is hitting the road! In partnership with the Library of Congress Centers for the Book\, American Stories: A Reading Road Trip shines a spotlight on individual U.S. states and select territories to uncover their one-of-a-kind literary treasures. \nFrom iconic authors and unforgettable books to hidden-gem bookstores\, amazing libraries\, and the real-life locations that inspired great works\, this cross-country adventure celebrates the stories that have shaped our shared identity. Along the way\, we’ll meet bestselling authors\, passionate booksellers\, and local storytellers —plus share highlights from local programs and events hosted by each state’s Center for the Book —revealing how their corner of America has left its mark on the nation’s imagination. Aligned with America’s 250th birthday\, each episode invites viewers to explore the heart\, history\, and creative spirit of the United States —all through the lens of books and storytelling. \nNew episodes will stream on select Wednesdays at 8pm EST as PBS Books Facebook Live event\, and on the PBS Books YouTube channel\, pbsbooks.org\, and the PBS app. \nAbout the Library of Congress\nThe Library of Congress is the world’s largest library\, offering access to the creative record of the United States –and extensive materials from around the world –both on-site and online. It is the main research arm of the U.S. Congress and the home of the U.S. Copyright Office. Explore collections\, reference services and other programs and plan a visit at loc.gov; access the official site for U.S. federal legislative information at congress.gov; and register creative works of authorship at copyright.gov. \nAbout PBS Books\nPBS Books is a multi-platform initiative celebrating the love of reading. PBS Books is dedicated to connecting books with audiences by engaging them in unique experiences to spark their curiosity and encourage a life-long love of reading and learning. Through social and digital engagement and live coverage of important literary events across the country\, PBS Books celebrates books and writers and works to foster a passion for reading among public media viewers and listeners.Visit pbsbooks.org\, subscribe to the PBS Books YouTube channel\, and follow PBS Books on social media to learn more.
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SUMMARY:This Is Not About Us by Allegra Goodman | PBS Books Readers Club
DESCRIPTION:PBS Books Readers Club welcomes New York Times bestselling author Allegra Goodman of Sam and Isola to discuss her brand-new novel This Is Not About Us. The episode premieres on May 27th at 8PM ET as a PBS Books Facebook Live event\, on the PBS Books YouTube channel\, pbsbooks.org\, and the PBS app. \nThis is Not About Us opens as the youngest of the three Rubenstein sisters passes away\, and a petty dispute at her funeral over an apple cake splits the remaining sisters apart. What follows is a family saga spanning three generations\, unfolding life into vignettes that drop in on long marriages and divorces\, teenage milestones and middle-age reckonings. Each chapter adds another layer to a family portrait that’s complicated\, constantly shifting\, and never quite complete. \nWitty\, wise\, and emotional\, this novel moves through the messy\, tender rhythms of a modern Jewish American family\, including sisters who irritate and sustain each other\, parents who mean well but fall short\, and children who grow up and away. Goodman writes with clear-eyed warmth about the bonds we fracture and the ones we can’t quite let go\, finding humor and heartbreak in equal measure. \nAllegra reflects\, “Showing these different perspectives— being an 11-year-old girl\, and being a woman in her 70s who’s dying of cancer\, and being the aggravated middle-aged sons who are trying to figure out how to celebrate her life when she doesn’t want to be celebrated in the way that they do – That’s really my art and that’s my job… to get inside of people.” \nPBS Watch-AlikeExplore other stories of Jewish American history and culture with PBS. From Black and Jewish America\, the latest film by Dr. Henry Louis Gates Jr.\, to Ken Burns’ The U.S. and the Holocaust\, to Great Performances: Broadway Musicals\, A Jewish Legacy\, the PBS app and pbs.org bring together some of the most compelling stories of the Jewish American experience.
URL:https://www.pbsbooks.org/event/this-is-not-about-us-by-allegra-goodman-pbs-books-readers-club/
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