Resolute Readers Book Club
Discuss 'Becoming Madam Secretary'
Wednesday, November 18
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join the Resolute Readers Book Club to discuss Stephanie Dray's 'Becoming Madam Secretary.'
Join us to discuss this month's historical fiction, 'Becoming Madam Secretary' by Stephanie Dray based on the life of America's first female cabinet member.
Raised on tales of her revolutionary ancestors, Frances Perkins arrives in New York City at the turn of the century, armed with her trusty parasol and an unyielding determination to make a difference.
Frances is destined to rise in a political world dominated by men, facing down the Great Depression as FDR’s most trusted lieutenant—even as she struggles to balance the demands of a public career with marriage and motherhood. And when vicious political attacks mount and personal tragedies threaten to derail her ambitions, she must decide what she’s willing to do—and what she’s willing to sacrifice—to save a nation.
All are welcome, including those who haven't read the book. If you have any questions, feel free to email us at fertile@larl.org.
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Preview the discussion questions.
AGE GROUP: | Young Adults | Seniors | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Book Clubs |
TAGS: | women cabinet officers | Washington D.C. | Perkins, Frances | New York City | Franklin Delano Roosevelt | FDR | biographical fiction |
Fertile Public Library
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