Bring the Movement to Your Book Club or Classroom

Michael Ansara’s The Hard Work of Hope isn’t just a memoir—it’s an invitation to think deeply about what it means to fight for change.

Whether you're part of a book club, a classroom, or a community group, our new Discussion Guide is designed to help you explore the lessons of the 1960s and 70s—and apply them to the challenges of today. With a mix of thoughtful questions, historical context, and creative activities, the guide makes it easy to spark rich conversation around organizing, activism, race, resistance, and hope.

From the Vietnam War protests to modern movements for climate justice and racial equity, the questions in this guide connect past and present—and help readers reflect on their own role in building a better future.

📘 Download the Discussion Guide now and start the conversation:
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