IHSI Book Club – October 2026
October 21st – The Tartar Steppe by Dino Buzzeti
Summary
An allegorical novel which reflects on the nature of time and human existence. It follows the life of a newly-qualified army lieutenant, Giovanni Drogo, as he heads off to his first posting at a gloomy fortress on the edge of the wilderness which guards the border against a long-dreaded invasion by Tartar forces.
Club & Book Discussion Leader: Ray Brown (ray.e.brown@sbcglobal.net)
Format: Lunch & Socialize @ 11:30am; book discussion follows.
RSVP (rowlettmm@aol.com) appreciated, but not required.
No cost to participate apart from covering your own lunch order & obtaining books.
October 21
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11:30 am