Join us for the second part in our three-part community reading of Julie Otsuka’s acclaimed novel "When the Emperor Was Divine," presented as part of The Big Read with Platte Valley Theatre Arts.
In this session, we’ll explore the third chapter of the book, also titled "When the Emperor Was Divine." Together, we’ll discuss Otsuka’s spare, powerful prose and the ways the novel illuminates themes of identity, displacement, and resilience. We’ll also connect the story to Brighton’s own history, examining Brighton’s ties to Japanese incarceration. This 90-minute session will blend group reading, open discussion, and community reflection. All are welcome — whether you’ve read the entire novel or are just beginning. Light refreshments will be provided.
Appropriate for ages 18 and older. No advanced registration required. Additional copies of the novel will be available at the program.
Acompáñanos a nuestra segunda sesión de lectura en comunidad, de una serie de tres sesiones, leyendo la aclamada novela "Cuando el emperador era divino" (When the Emperor Was Divine) de Julie Otsuka, presentada como parte del programa The Big Read con Platte Valley Theatre Arts y Anythink Brighton.
En esta sesión exploraremos el tercer capítulo del libro, con el mismo título del libro "Cuando el emperador era divino" (When the Emperor Was Divine). Juntos discutiremos la prosa simple y poderosa de Otsuka, y la manera como la novela esclarece los temas de identidad, desplazamiento y resiliencia. También conectaremos la historia del libro con la de Brighton, revisando los lazos con el encarcelamiento japonés. Esta sesión de 90 minutos integrará lectura en grupo, discusión abierta y una reflexión en comunidad. Todos son bienvenidos, ya sea que lees toda la novela o solo el comienzo. Se ofrecerá bebidas ligeras.
Apropiado para edades de 18 años y mayores. No es necesario inscribirse de forma anticipada. Habrá copias adicionales de la novela en la sesión.
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | History | Community Event | Book Club | Arts & Culture |
| Mon, Nov 10 | 9:00AM to 7:00PM |
| Tue, Nov 11 | 9:00AM to 7:00PM |
| Wed, Nov 12 | 9:00AM to 7:00PM |
| Thu, Nov 13 | 9:00AM to 7:00PM |
| Fri, Nov 14 | 9:00AM to 5:00PM |
| Sat, Nov 15 | 9:00AM to 5:00PM |
| Sun, Nov 16 | Closed |
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