Book Club Discussion

"The Virginian" by Owen Wister

Tuesday, July 21, 2026

6:00pm - Webinar via Zoom

Please join us for our next book club session on Tuesday, July 21 at 6pm, according to our regular cadence on the third Tuesday of each month.

There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. Registration deadline Monday, July 20 @ 5:00 pm. We welcome members from any Harvard Club to join us.

We look forward to you joining us for meaningful conversation, great company, and new experiences! To participate in the book club, please sign up via the button below to register for the event, order the book on your own, and read it in time for our group discussion.

Many thanks to our Book Club Steering Committee for their efforts in establishing this new Harvard Club of Miami activity: Jason Wong AB'10, Lynda Richards, PMD'81, Rob Rosen AB '74, JD '79 and Judith Rood Traum AB'62.

ABOUT OUR BOOK

The Virginian by Owen Wister is a classic Western novel that tells the story of a quiet, honorable cowboy known as "the Virginian" who works as a foreman on a Wyoming cattle ranch. The novel explores his personal and professional life as he navigates the challenges of the untamed West, including conflicts with rustlers, maintaining justice in a lawless land, and his evolving romance with Molly Stark Wood, a schoolteacher from the East.

Set against the vast and rugged landscapes of the American frontier, the story delves into themes of morality, individualism, and the code of honor that defines the cowboy ethos. Through its richly drawn characters and vivid depiction of Western life, the novel captures the spirit and struggles of the Old West while exploring the complexities of love, loyalty, and courage.

If you have any questions or require additional information, please reach out directly to our committee chair Jason Wong AB'10

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