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Davis Adult Global Book Discussion - In-person

We'll discuss "The White Darkness," by David Grann
2025-01-15 16:15:00 2025-01-15 17:00:00 America/New_York Davis Adult Global Book Discussion - In-person Henry Worsley spent his life idolizing Ernest Shackleton, a famed Antarctic explorer. Inspired by him, in November 2015, at age 55, Worsley left on a perilous quest: to walk across Antarctica alone. Davis Library -

Wednesday, January 15
4:15pm - 5:00pm

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Henry Worsley spent his life idolizing Ernest Shackleton, a famed Antarctic explorer. Inspired by him, in November 2015, at age 55, Worsley left on a perilous quest: to walk across Antarctica alone.

This short but compelling biography by David Grann, author of several popular narrative nonfiction books, shows through words and pictures the journey that led Worsley to his trek through Antarctica.

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People who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing should request English-language captioning or sign-language interpretation at least five days before the library-sponsored program they plan to attend. Contact the Assistant Facilities and Accessibility Program Manager at 240-777-0002 with all other accommodation requests.

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AGE GROUP: | Older Adult | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Lectures and Discussions |

TAGS: | Indoor Program |

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