WILMINGTON- Bartleby’s Books welcomes local author Jeremy Gorman on Saturday, August 15, at 6 pm. Gorman will read from and discuss his new book, “Ramblings of an Outdated Old Coot: Bettering Tomorrow with Past Insights.”

An 18-year resident of Wilmington, Gorman and his late wife Peg were foster parents of teenage children for 45 years. He asserts that there is no facet of society that teenagers do not challenge. They are creative and daring, and can bring clever viewpoints to the workings of society.

In that spirit of creativity and daring, Gorman’s new book addresses 40 of the world’s problems and argues that problems are often opportunities to grow and learn. From baldness and gardening to Iran and taxes, the book invites new ideas and cooperation to achieve positive results. There is humor in the book, but the message is clear. Man’s greatest asset is his ability to cooperate. Almost everything people see and do is a result of cooperation. Why then, Gorman asks, do people fight so much?

Bartleby’s Books is located on North Main Street. The store has extended its hours and is now open until 7 pm Monday through Wednesday, and until 8 pm Thursday through Saturday. For more information or to reserve a copy of the book call (802) 464-5425.