All Hamptons Read - Book Group

This month, as part of All Hamptons Read, we will read "Master slave husband wife : an epic journey from slavery to freedom" by Ilyon Woo. Email Meaghan at mschwelm@cwmars.org to request a copy and to be added to the Book Group email list.

Five communities are coming together this spring in a partnership called All Hamptons Read. The inspiration for this multi-community initiative is the book "Master Slave Husband Wife : an epic journey from slavery to freedom" by Ilyon Woo.

It is the remarkable true story of Ellen and William Craft, who escaped slavery through daring, determination, and disguise, with Ellen passing as a wealthy, disabled White man and William posing as “his” slave.

Spearheaded by the public libraries in Northampton, Florence, Easthampton, Southampton, Westhampton, and Williamsburg, All Hamptons Read is partnering to give readers throughout our region the opportunity to come together for discussion and exploration of the themes from Master Slave Husband Wife. Check out the All Hamptons Read website for a full list of events: https://forbeslibrary.org/events/all-hamptons-read-2024/

Historic Northampton is hosting an event with the author Ilyon Woo in conversation with clothing historian Lynne Zacek Bassett on April 9th at 6:30PM. For more information or to register to attend on Zoom or in-person, please visit LINK.