Discussion questions for your book group
Before the Empress: Messages from Mount Kilimanjaro by Michele Mattingly is a great choice for book groups because so many people dream of meeting a big goal or setting off on a grand adventure. Here are a few questions to get the conversation started:
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Table of Contents
PART ONE: BEFORE
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Setting the scene for your book group meeting
Carry out your discussion with a bit of African ambiance! Tanzania does have a wine industry, but finding its Chenin Blanc, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Makutupora outside Africa may be difficult. However, many retailers sell wines from South Africa.
Treat your book group to great food. The menu on the climb to Mount Kilimanjaro is nourishing, but not the most exciting cuisine! If you are member of Spotify or another music-streaming service, look for playlists by searching for “African instrumental background music” or “Tanzania instrumental.” This will set a mood but not compete with your discussion. Of course, “The Lion King” soundtrack might be a nice way to end the meeting. |