Let's Talk About It: All The King's Men by Robert Penn Warren

We at the East Meadow Public Library are pleased to have received two grants from the American Library Association (ALA) and the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH). Through the efforts of the Children's Department we have the "Picturing America" series. This is a collection of beautifully done posters featuring iconic American Art through various times, forms, genres, and media. It is on permanent public display next to the Community Services Area for all to enjoy.

We are now fortunate to be able to use "Picturing America" in a series of book discussions made possible by another ALA/NEH Grant called "Lets Talk About It: Land of Opportunity." The five book discussions, beginning in September (see information below) will be led by scholars Dr. Marion Wrenn of Princeton University and Barbara Applegate, Executive Director of the Hillwood Art Museum of CW Post. The focus of this series is our identification as Americans to places, people, landmarks, and events that shape our lives as individuals and as citizens. The conversations will surely be lively and enlightening. We urge you all to take part. Books will be available outside of the Public Relations Office.

Registration for this series began Sept. 13. Some programs will also include feature films if available and relevant. Refreshments will be served.

TODAY'S BOOK: "All the King's Men" by Robert Penn Warren

FILM at 12:30 p.m., BOOK DISCUSSION to follow at 3 p.m.
The rise and fall of a corrupt politician, who makes his friends richer and retains power by dint of a populist appeal. Based on the novel.

Rated: Unrated

Running Time: 1 hr. 50 min.