Update: October 2026 Book Selection
After a little hiatus, Book Club TNC is officially back! Whether you’ve been with us from the beginning or you’re thinking about joining for the first time, we’d love to have you along for the journey.
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October 2026
“The Soul of an Octopus” by Sy Montgomery
What does it mean to be intelligent, to be curious, and to form a connection with a mind completely different from our own?
In The Soul of an Octopus, naturalist and author Sy Montgomery takes readers beneath the surface to explore the remarkable world of these mysterious, highly intelligent creatures. Through her experiences with octopuses in aquariums, coral reefs, and the wild, Montgomery introduces us to animals with distinct personalities, incredible problem-solving abilities, and surprising ways of communicating and interacting with the world around them.
Part natural history, part personal journey, and part love story, the book explores the growing scientific understanding of octopus intelligence while asking bigger questions about consciousness, connection, and what it means to truly encounter another species.
Funny, touching, and deeply curious, The Soul of an Octopus invites us to look at the natural world a little differently, and to consider just how many forms intelligence and connection can take.
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The Book Discussion
► When: Wednesday October 28th at 12 noon SLT
► Where: Mermaids Cove in Bly Festung
Past Book Club TNC Selections
Past Book Club Selections
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