I am thrilled to announce that on November 11th, David Wroblewski, author of the New York Times bestselling Oprah Book Club Pick, The Story of Edgar Sawtelle, will join us on Book Club Girl on Air! This promises to be a terrific show, about a novel that has gotten so much acclaim.
Born mute, speaking only in sign, Edgar Sawtelle leads an idyllic life with his parents on their farm in remote northern Wisconsin. For generations, the Sawtelles have raised and trained a fictional breed of dog whose remarkable gift for companionship is epitomized by Almondine, Edgar's lifelong friend and ally. Edgar seems poised to carry on his family's traditions, but when catastrophe strikes, he finds his once-peaceful home engulfed in turmoil.
Forced to flee into the vast wilderness lying beyond the Sawtelle farm, Edgar comes of age in the wild, fighting for his survival and that of the three yearling dogs who accompany him, until the day he is forced to choose between leaving forever or returning home to confront the mysteries he has left unsolved.
Filled with breathtaking scenes—the elemental north woods, the sweep of seasons, an iconic American barn, a fateful vision rendered in the falling rain—The Story of Edgar Sawtelle is a meditation on the limits of language and what lies beyond, a brilliantly inventive retelling of an ancient story, and an epic tale of devotion, betrayal, and courage in the American heartland.
Oprah chose The Story of Edgar Sawtelle for her book club when it was first published in hardcover. The paperback is just out (look for Wroblewski on tour near you) and the first 15 people who comment that they'd like to participate in the show on November 11th at 7 pm ET will receive a free copy of the book to read in preparation for the show! Set your reminder for the show on the 11th, browse inside Edgar Sawtelle, and check out the reading group guide and Wroblewski's website.
And don't forget these upcoming Book Club Girl on Air Shows, you can set a reminder at each link:
Oct. 21st, Brunonia Barry discusses The Lace Reader
Nov. 2nd, Sheramy Bundrick discusses Sunflowers
No need to send me the book as I already have a copy but I will set a reminder for the show. I heard David at the LA Time Festival of Books last April. He's a funny guy!
Posted by: Ti | October 08, 2009 at 07:58 AM
I'd love a copy of this book!!! Heard so many great things about it. :)
Posted by: SuzanneKS | October 08, 2009 at 09:48 AM
Great to participate and read this wonderful book. Thanks.
Posted by: ruth | October 08, 2009 at 09:55 AM
I hve been wanting to read this book forever! I would love to participate in this BookClubGirl on Air show! Thanks!
Posted by: Melissa C | October 08, 2009 at 09:58 AM
I CAN'T WAIT to read this book! The author is speaking at the bookstore where I work at the end of the month, and I'm really looking forward to hearing him. I have heard so many good things about it! And can't wait for your show!
Posted by: Kaley DeGoursey | October 08, 2009 at 10:00 AM
My book club is reading this book soon. I would love to participate as well!
Posted by: Karlen Chase | October 08, 2009 at 10:04 AM
I have so been wanting to read this book and this is the perfect opportunity.
Posted by: Dianne Batista | October 08, 2009 at 12:25 PM
Would love to participate! Thank you.
Posted by: Jennnifer Manske Fenske | October 08, 2009 at 12:40 PM
I just discovered your site this week and love it! I would love to read Sawtelle. Thanks!
Posted by: Carey Ruscitto | October 08, 2009 at 09:52 PM
I'd love to read this book. I heard really great things about it. Hope it's not too late.
Thanks!
Posted by: Adriane | October 10, 2009 at 11:22 AM
Karlen, if you need a copy of the book, send me your address at bookclubgirl AT gmail DOT com
thanks!
Posted by: Book Club Girl | October 11, 2009 at 10:22 PM
oh wow ... what a great opportunity! Hope i'm not too late as well :)
Posted by: Amy | October 11, 2009 at 10:39 PM
I would live to read this and join in for the chat! 1celticprincess@gmail.com
Posted by: Colleen | October 12, 2009 at 01:54 AM
This book sounds amazing! Especially since I'm currently working with a student who can't speak and we're learning sign together. Thank you!
Posted by: Jessica | October 12, 2009 at 03:45 AM
I'd love to get a copy of this book and listen to the broadcast if I qualify. I read it last year and gave it a very good review here:
http://freshinkbooks.blogspot.com/2008/09/story-of-edgar-sawtelle-by-david.html
But it was a library copy and I'd love to read it again and have a copy of my own. Thank you very much.
Posted by: Sandra | October 15, 2009 at 02:05 AM