Wednesday, May 23, 2012

The Power of Imagination

Debra Dean's The Madonnas of Leningrad explores the importance of memory and imagination.  During the Seige of Leningrad, docent Marina takes shelter within the Hermitage along with other staff members, protecting the museum's priceless works of art.  In the present, Marina struggles to separate her recollections from reality as her memory starts to deteriorate.  A very quick and engaging read.



Stop by for our discussion of The Madonnas of Leningrad on Wednesday, June 6th from 1-2pm. HM

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