OSHER 538 - History and Literature: "The Lincoln Highway"

Historical novels tell interesting stories about a time and its people, requiring authors to do extensive research so their writing accurately reflects the history. Using "The Lincoln Highway" by Amor Towles as the launching point, this class will offer a one-hour look at the history of United States in the 50s, as the country confronted the Cold War, embraced TV and rock and roll, and engaged with civil rights. We will continue with a discussion of the novel as contemporary literature. Readers and history buffs welcome! Participants should read "The Lincoln Highway" before class.