WilmU Online Book Club
October 2026 | "Lincoln in the Bardo"
Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026
12:00 p.m. ET
Join the WilmU Book Club for an online discussion of "Lincoln in the Bardo", by George Saunders. Set during the Civil War, this inventive and poetic novel imagines President Abraham Lincoln visiting the grave of his young son. Told through a chorus of voices, the story blends history and fiction in a meditation on grief, love, and loss. Join us for a unique literary discussion about memory, mourning, and the emotional weight of leadership.
No prior sign-up for the club necessary. Simply register using the link above to receive the Zoom link. Whether you read every page, listened to the audiobook, or simply want to hear what others thought, you're welcome to join the conversation.
Students, Faculty, Staff and Alumni are all welcome!
The WilmU Online Book Club is a friendly, informal community where readers from across the university come together to share ideas, perspectives, and a love of books. It's a great opportunity to connect with fellow Wildcats, meet new people, and enjoy thoughtful conversation in a welcoming virtual setting.
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Previous Events
- April 2026: WilmU Book Club | Know My Name
- October 2017: AuthorTalk with Kate Roshon | Haven
- February 2013: Author Event with Daniel R. Biddle & Murray Dubin | Tasting Freedom
- Spring 2011: Outcasts United
- November 2009: Vietnam Mailbag
- June 2009: Author Event with Juan Diaz
- April 2009: Maya Angelou
- March 2009: ESPN's Sal Paolantonio
- February 2009: Nikki Giovanni...
Poet, Writer, Commentator, Activist & Educator - October 2008: Persepolis
The Story of a Childhood - July 2008: The Tour to End All Tours
- March 2008: The Monsters of Templeton
- January 2008: The Jersey Devil
- Fall 2007: Night
- Summer 2007: Finn
- April 2007: The Saint of Lost Things
- March 2007: Murder In Amsterdam: The Death of Theo Van
Gogh and the Limits of Tolerance