Anne Tyler's novel provides a fascinating look at cultural differences, communication breakdowns and what it means to be a family.
Tyler presents two microcosms of 21st century American society as seen from the different perspectives of those born here and those still struggling to fit in.
A chance airport encounter between two families-the Donaldsons and the Iranian-born Yazdans-as both couples await the arrival of an adopted daughter from Korea, prompts a look at what it is like to be viewed as "foreign" in America both before and after 9/11. Tyler's keen perceptiveness in exploring relationships, within and between families across the cultural spectrum, is showcased as she follows the lives of the families after their new daughters arrive. Our moderator will be Janet Schneider. Refreshments, compliments of The Friends, will be served. Copies of the book will be available at the Circulation Desk.
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