Book Discussion Group: Adult Book Discussion: The Black Angels

Date and Time
Monday, November 4, 2024, 12 - 1 PM
End times are approximate. Events may end early or late.

Location

Tottenville Library
Fully accessible to wheelchairs
Event Details

Reading keeps us connected. Join us for our latest book club read!
Book discussion program will take place in-person at the Tottenville Library. No registration is required. 
 

Synopsis:
An incredible true story about southern black nurses who traveled up north to help avert a public health crisis in the NYC hospital system in 1929 to find a cure for the deadly tuberculous disease for the poor, all while dealing with social injustice and racism.
Non-fiction

Here's how it works:

1. To reserve your copy, please click on the reading format you prefer:

  • Book: Place a hold on the item and designate one of our 92 locations for the next available copy to be sent to. You will be notified when it is available for pick up. 
     
  • eBook: Can be downloaded using the SimplyE app. If a waitlist exists, please place a hold, and you will be notified when the e-book is available for download.
     
  • eAudiobook: Can be downloaded using Libby Overdrive or the SimplyE app. If a waitlist exists, please place a hold, and you will be notified when the e-audiobook is available for download.
     

Note: Tottenville Library will have a limited number of physical copies available for check-out. Please ask library staff at the service desk for a copy of the book.  First come, first served.  

Download the NYPL app for one stop access to everything the Library has to offer including self-checkout!

2. Join other avid readers including staff from the Tottenville Library for an in-person book discussion on Monday, November 4th at 12pm. 

Assistive Listening and ASL
ASL interpretation and real-time (CART) captioning available upon request. Please submit your request at least two weeks in advance by emailing accessibility@nypl.org.