March Book Club Pick: The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie
Did you know that here at Intrepid English we run a free Book Club for English language learners?
Each month we read and discuss a new book, and for March in the Intrepid English Book Club we will be reading The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie by Muriel Spark set in 1930’s Edinburgh.
Read on to find out more about the book, and how you can book your seat in a free Intrepid English Book Club group class.
Intrepid English Book Club – March
This March we’re reading The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie by Muriel Spark. If either yourself or anyone you might know would be interested in attending the Intrepid English book club, then join us for free, every Wednesday at 10am UTC. My name is John and I look forward to seeing you there. Take care!
If either yourself or anyone you might know would be interested in attending the Intrepid English Book Club, then join us for free, every Wednesday at 10am GMT. My name is John and I look forward to seeing you there. Take care!
About the book
During the month of March, we’ll be reading “The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie“, a novel written by Scottish author Muriel Spark
The story is set in 1930s Edinburgh and follows the unconventional yet charismatic schoolteacher Jean Brodie, who teaches at the Marcia Blaine School for Girls. Miss Brodie’s unorthodox teaching methods and her particular attention to a select group of her pupils make her an intriguing figure, but her influence on her students soon proves to be controversial and even dangerous.
The novel explores themes of power, loyalty, love, and betrayal as it delves into the lives of the girls under Miss Brodie’s tutelage, and the ways in which they are shaped by her influence.
First published in 1961,”The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie” is widely regarded as one of Muriel Spark’s most important works and has been adapted for stage, screen, and radio. Spark’s writing style is characterized by its wit, irony, and sharp observations of human behaviour, and her portrayal of Miss Brodie is both complex and compelling. It continues to captivate readers with its exploration of the fascinating character of Miss Brodie and the impact she has on the young women in her charge. Trust me when I say that this is one lesson that you won’t want to miss.
Book your seat in March’s Intrepid English Book Club!
You can book your seat right here! If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to send us an email at hello@intrepidenglish.co.uk
We look forward to seeing you soon in class!
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