American Literature Portal

Over the course of several months, this cozy book club for adults will read and discuss some of the major novels of Peter S. Beagle, a Damon Knight Memorial Grand Master, and the Hugo, Nebula, Locus, Mythopoeic and World Fantasy Life Achievement Award winner. We'll explore his many worlds, including the beloved forests of The Last Unicorn, the magical world of The Innkeeper's Song, and fantastic versions of our own world where goddesses, ghosts and dragons walk among us.

Each week you'll connect with other readers and share your insights. This series is perfect for examining Beagle's world-building techniques, or for anyone looking for a cozy book club where you can read old favorites and discover new ones.

(Warning: Participants of Modules 3 & 4 must be at least 18 due to brief depictions of nudity and sex.)

Series Outline:

• Module 1: A Fine & Private Place (1960)

• Module 2: The Last Unicorn (1968)

• Module 3: The Innkeeper's Song (1993)

• Module 4: Summerlong (2016)

• Module 5: Module 5: I'm Afraid You've Got Dragons (2024)

(... more modules may be offered by request.)