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Sand-Catcher
by Omar Khalifah, translated by Barbara Romaine

Join the Contemporary Translated Works Book Group – Now Monthly!

Mechanics' Institute, in partnership with the Center for the Art of Translation and our new presenting partner, Folio: The Seattle Athenaeum, is thrilled to announce the expansion of the Contemporary Translated Works Book Group into a monthly, member-led series! Beginning Spring 2025, we will host lunchtime discussions (12:00–1:00 pm PT) online via Zoom on the third Wednesday of each month, featuring thought-provoking literary selections from around the world.

Spring 2025 Selections:

 

June & Beyond – Your Turn to Choose!

Book group participants will have the opportunity to nominate titles and lead us in a future discussion! We invite you to submit your suggestions via this Google Form. Dive into the rich tapestry of global literature and help shape our literary journey!

About the Contemporary Translated Works Book Group

Founded in March 2024, this book group delves into contemporary global literature translated into a variety of Englishes, fostering conversations about language, culture, and the art of translation.

Watch our past conversations with translators!

Join us in celebrating literature beyond borders—one translation at a time!

 

Book Groups

Admission: 
Members Free
Non-Members/Public $5
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Location: 
Offsite: See description for location
Questions?
Nico Chen - 415-393-0103
Register now by using the form below or calling .
 

 

Future Book Groups

World Literature

Jul 9 - 6:00 pm

Ballerina
by Patrick Modiano

Brown Bag Mystery Readers

Jul 14 - 12:00 pm

The Lost Man
by Jane Harper

Jul 16 - 12:00 pm

Brandy Sour
by Constantia Soteriou, translated by Lina Protopapa

World Literature

Jul 23 - 6:00 pm

The Stolen Bicycle
by Wu Ming-Yi

World Literature

Aug 13 - 6:00 pm

Convenience Store Woman
by Sayaka Murata

Aug 20 - 12:00 pm

Hunchback
by Saou Ichikawa, translated by Polly Barton