The group was reconvened last autumn and we had our first meeting at the end of November 2007 when we broke the ice by having an enjoyable reading of “The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie”. Since then, we have regularly met on the last Monday of the month at Pocklington Methodist Church. Our total membership is about 14.

I am very pleased with the way things have gone. So far, we have concentrated on 20th Century Literature and intend to continue with this theme for a while longer, as it is far from exhausted, and there are many aspects of 20th Century Literature that would prove to be of great interest. We have ranged far and wide, looking at novels, poetry, individual authors such as P. G. Wodehouse, movements, plays, American writers and some aspects of non-fiction writing.

We shall probably launch the new season with another play reading as this ensures that all members can actively participate and it makes for a very enjoyable session. We are a very loquacious group in general, so our discussions are usually varied and lively. One of the aspects about sharing our literary preferences and experiences is that a very wide variety of topics are brought to our attention. The date of the first meeting will be announced as soon as arrangements have been made but we will probably need to exchange views about this on our next Drop-In morning.

New members are, of course, welcome and I also look forward to renewing old acquaintances. If you would like to join this new Literature Group please contact Peter Thomas.

Next meeting of  English Literature Group is on Monday, 27th October at 1.30 in the Bolton Room, Methodist Chapel.  A planning session to discuss ideas and policies.