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Secular Book Club – In Person Mar 8, 2026

March 8 @ 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Free
Our new book is titled: “A Brief History of Misogyny: The World’s Oldest Prejudices” by Jack Holland. Jack Holland sets out to answer a daunting question: how do you explain the oppression and brutalization of half the world’s population by the other half, throughout history?

The result takes the reader on an eye-opening journey through centuries, continents and civilizations as it looks at both historical and contemporary attitudes to women. Encompassing the Church, witch hunts, sexual theory, Nazism and pro-life campaigners, we arrive at today’s developing world, where women are increasingly and disproportionately at risk because of radicalised religious belief, famine, war and disease. Well-informed and researched, highly readable and thought-provoking, this is no outmoded feminist polemic.

 This week, we aim to read through the Chapter “Pandora’s Daughters”. This will take you to approximately page(s) 40 depending on your reading format. If you are listening to the audio version, listen for the prompt “Women at the Gates”; you can stop there.

Are you looking to engage in thoughtful (and/or fun) discussions and connect with fellow book lovers? Join the Omaha Metro Area Humanist Association’s Weekly Book Club! We gather every week to explore the latest chapters of our selected book, engage in lively conversations, and enjoy a relaxed lunch together. Our meetups offer a welcoming environment for those interested in deepening their knowledge on a variety of thought-provoking topics.

Our book club focuses on a wide range of primarily non-fiction genres that inspire curiosity and expand our understanding of the world. From the history of world philosophies and scientific discoveries to the evolution of humanity—both physical and psychological—we cover books that encourage critical thinking and meaningful dialogue. We typically complete a book in 4-6 weeks, allowing for an in-depth exploration of each topic.

We look forward to welcoming you to our community of readers and thinkers!

(Because we pay HyVee for the use of this room, we do ask for a contribution to the Tip Jar to help cover that cost.  ~ $2 per person would be ideal; but it is voluntary.)

Don’t be put off by a smattering of RSVPs here.  We typically have 12-20 around the table, in any event.

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  • Doris

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Sunday Book Club
Papillion Hy-Vee Community Room
11650 S 73rd Street
Papillion, NE 68046 United States + Google Map
Phone
(402) 597-5790

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