Advertisement
Join us as we discuss The Death of Ivan Ilych by Leo Tolstoy and Spare Room by Helen Garner. Register here to secure your spot: https://forms.gle/kWkq9wUbWrQDE2qW9
The Death of Ivan Ilych by Leo Tolstoy
A masterpiece of world literature, The Death of Ivan Ilych follows a respected judge who, faced with a terminal illness, is forced to confront the life he has built—and the life he may have missed. At once unsettling and deeply compassionate, Tolstoy’s novella explores mortality, meaning, and the search for authenticity with remarkable clarity. More than a century after its publication, it remains one of the most profound reflections on what it means to truly live.
Leo Tolstoy (1828–1910) is one of the world’s most celebrated novelists, best known for War and Peace and Anna Karenina. His works continue to shape conversations about literature, philosophy, and the human condition.
Spare Room by Helen Garner
In Spare Room, acclaimed Australian writer Helen Garner tells the story of two longtime friends brought together under difficult circumstances when one arrives seeking alternative cancer treatment. What begins as an act of generosity becomes a powerful exploration of friendship, caregiving, hope, and the emotional complexities of loving someone through illness. Written with honesty and emotional precision, Spare Room is both intimate and unforgettable.
Helen Garner is one of Australia’s most acclaimed contemporary writers, known for her novels, essays, and nonfiction. Her work is celebrated for its psychological insight, moral complexity, and beautifully restrained prose.
Advertisement
Event venue
1111 Navarro St, San Antonio, TX, United States, Texas 78205
Tickets
Concerts, fests, parties, meetups — all the happenings, one place.