Welcome to Bookends, a collaboration between Greenfield Public Library and Greenfield Community College. We meet four times a year to read and discuss books that appeal to a wide range of ages from teen to senior citizen. Our goal is to bring readers of different generations and backgrounds together and spark conversations that unite our community.
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Books we’ve read…
A powerful, multi-perspective novel that follows twelve Native American characters living in Oakland, California, whose lives converge at the Big Oakland Powwow. As each character navigates personal struggles related to identity, addiction, trauma, and heritage, the novel explores the complex realities of urban Native life. Through interwoven narratives, Orange sheds light on the historical and contemporary challenges faced by Indigenous people, culminating in a dramatic and tragic climax at the powwow. The novel is a poignant examination of survival, resilience, and the meaning of belonging in a modern world.
Our latest read...
A neglected donkey named Sherman is given a second chance at life when he’s rescued and trained for an epic challenge—competing in a burro race. Alongside a team of quirky and determined runners, his journey becomes one of resilience, healing, and the deep connection between humans and animals. As they prepare for the race, unexpected lessons unfold about perseverance, community and the power of pushing beyond limits to discover what’s truly possible.
