What defines a classic novel? Is it time, quality, or that indefinable something that makes us want to read a book over and over? Read something you consider classic and we'll discuss what makes a book special and which ones to add to our bucket lists. Led by historian and reference assistant Cathy Polovina.

Wednesday, September 26: The Dreaded Russian Novel in Translation

Wednesday, October 24: Read a Novel by a Non-Western Author

Wednesday, November 28: Read a Classic Novel You Never Wanted to Read

Wednesday, December 26: Wild Card--Read a Classic Novel of Your Choice From Any of the Themes We've Covered