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“Speak, Memory” and a book club

October 30, 2010October 30, 2010 ~ The Longest Chapter

Jonathan Yardley of The Washington post wrote: "The impulse to rediscover and reclaim childhood is deep in human nature, and thus the chord 'Speak, Memory' touches is truly universal." His words define why this memoir became a classic and continues to be a favorite. I recently discussed it with a book club.

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