In this historical fiction novel, a girl named Esme grows up in the "Scriptorium"—a shed where the first Oxford English Dictionary was compiled.Early 20th century setting, with contemporary themes.
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Topic: Adult Book Discussion
Time: Apr 21, 2026 10:30 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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AGE GROUP: | Older Adult | Emerging Adult | Adult |
EVENT TYPE: | Lectures and Discussions |
TAGS: | Virtual Program |