Readers Services Manager David Whittingham will lead a discussion on The Stranger in the Woods by Michael Finkel in Meeting Room C on the first floor. Books are available one month prior at the Readers Services Desk on the third floor.
The Stranger in the Woods by Michael Finkel
Many people dream of leaving everything behind and disappearing into the woods. Christopher Knight did it. 27 years after disappearing into the forests of Maine, Knight's first conversation with another human was when he was arrested for stealing food. Ultimately a study of solitude and community, the underlying theme is what exactly makes a life worth living.
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The 1501 Ellinwood Street library building is the realization of a longheld dream of the library board, staff and community partners. Located in the heart of downtown Des Plaines, the four story, 82,000 square foot building represents the community's commitment to reading, lifelong learning, and a center for family activities. A grand central staircase and large windows provide a wealth of natural light and illuminate the building at night.
