Hello all avid readers. As we near the end of this patriotic month for Latvia, the book we have on offer is by Pulitzer Prize winning author C.J. Chivers – The Fighters. This book, coupled with guest speaker Commander of the Latvian Land Forces, Colonel Ilmārs Atis Lejiņš, who has front line experience wherever Latvian soldiers have been dislocated since the Latvian Army was reborn, should make for an excellent after reading discussion. First timers are welcome as well!!!
A bit about the book from the New York Times:
Pulitzer Prize winner C.J. Chivers’s unvarnished New York Times bestseller is a chronicle of modern combat, told through the eyes of the fighters who have waged America’s longest wars: “A classic of war reporting…there is no downtime in this relentless book.”
What is in it for you?
- A free hard cover copy of The Fighters, yours to keep, and an opportunity to discuss its contents with other avid readers in English!
How to participate:
- Be among the first eight people to email studentsn@state.gov and provide your name, email, and phone number.
- If you are one of the first eight, you will receive a reply from me, Nils, and then you can pick up your book in downtown Riga at the shop Art Nouveau Riga from 10:00 to 18:00 daily (including weekends).
- Read the book!
- On Tuesday, the 18th of December at 18:00 meet with the group at John F. Kennedy reading room, 3rd Floor, Latvian National Library, Mūkusalas iela 3, and be ready to participate in open and informal discussion. The US Embassy will provide beverages and snacks!
PLEASE CHECK THAT YOU ARE AVAILABLE ON THE 18th OF DECEMBER BEFORE YOU SIGN UP!
Nils
Information Resource Center Director
U.S. Embassy
Samnera Velsa iela 1
Riga, LV-1046, Latvia
Mobile: +371 2920 5460
