Do Empathy Book Club: In the Dream House
Do Empathy Book Club: In the Dream House Online
Laurel Ridge staff and faculty are welcome to join us for the Do Empathy Book Series, a monthly book discussion that encourages us to see through others' eyes and grow in understanding of the human experience. Whether you read all the book, some of it, or none, you're welcome to join us! Participation in group discussion is not required to attend and all are welcome to engage however much or little they're comfortable.
May's book is Carmen Maria Machado's memoir In the Dream House (208 p.), a searing account of a harrowing relationship with a charismatic but volatile woman. Join us as we consider:
- How abuse can be overlooked in same-sex relationships due to societal expectations
- How stress and trauma can affect how we trust our memories and feelings
- How our insecurities can make us vulnerable
Register through this page for a calendar invitation, event reminders, and notifications of when the book is ready for check-out. Registrants will be notified when the library has copies available for loan, typically five weeks in prior to discussion!
For years Carmen Maria Machado has struggled to articulate her experiences in an abusive same-sex relationship. In this extraordinarily candid and radically inventive memoir, Machado tackles a dark and difficult subject with wit, inventiveness and an inquiring spirit, as she uses a series of narrative tropes—including classic horror themes—to create an entirely unique piece of work which is destined to become an instant classic.
