Sirmione Book Club English: “The Painted Veil” by Somerset Maugham

The book of the month of the Sirmione Book Club English is The Painted Veil by Somerset Maugham.

The Reading Group of the Sirmione Library will meet again on Thursday 14th May 2026 at 8:00 pm, to discuss the novel and discover the next book. 

• For this meeting there is an exceptional change of location: the event will not be held at the library, but at Agriturismo Le Preseglie, located in Località Preseglie 1, San Martino della Battaglia.
• Free admission, boking is mandatory: book your place

The agriturismo is close to the Torre di San Martino and near both Sirmione and Desenzano del Garda. It is a beautifully restored 19th-century farmhouse that preserves its original rural architecture, offering a peaceful and authentic countryside atmosphere.

During the meeting, participants will also enjoy a tasting of Lugana wine, adding a local gastronomic experience to the literary gathering.

Those who love to read know there is nothing more enjoyable than sharing thoughts about a book you’ve just finished—discussing it, reflecting on it, and exchanging ideas with others who have experienced the same moments of literary pleasure.

The Sirmione Book Club English, coordinated by Rosemary Williamson, Rosalind Rabbitt, and Ann Davies, offers exactly that: a welcoming space where readers can connect through their shared passion for books.

Joining is quick and easy. As a member, you’ll have the chance to contribute to lively discussions on selected titles, bringing your own perspective to the table. Every meeting on the calendar is designed to encourage open conversation, where everyone has a voice and can take an active part in exploring the chosen themes.

The Sirmione Book Club English is open to everybody, even though a good English (read and spoken) is needed.

The meetings will be held every second Thursday of the month, every other month, at 8:00 pm at the “Mario Ferrari” Public Library of Sirmione. In each meeting, the book presented the previous time will be discussed and the book that will be discussed in the next meeting will be revealed.

For information you can contact the Public Library: 030.9909174

All the appointments of the Sirmione Book Club