One of the Middle East's most celebrated writers, Rabih Alameddine, discusses his novel An Unnecessary Woman, an intimate and moving portrait of a reclusive book-loving 72-year-old Lebanese woman who views her complicated past through the lens of her favorite works of literature. In conversation with Elizabeth Strout (Olive Kitteridge). Mia Dillon will read an excerpt.

"Magnificent." - Rachel Kushner

"An extraordinary novel that demands to be savored and reread." - Daniel Alarcón

An audience Q+A and book signing will follow the discussion.

Thalia Book Club: Rabih Alameddine An Unnecessary Woman

Thalia Book Club: Rabih Alameddine An Unnecessary Woman - Thalia Book Club: Rabih Alameddine An Unnecessary Woman

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