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The Complete Poems of Emily Dickinson
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MK is not a particularly riveting stand-alone read. If it I didn't *have* to read extracts for research then I wouldn't be reading it (again - I read it as a teenager just because I could! :|) |
Passionate Detachments: An Introduction to Feminist Film Theory by Sue Thornham. Just a re-reading for the nuances I may have forgotten from earlier reads.
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How To Teach Physics To Your Dog - Chad Orzel One way or another, I will learn physics. |
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I needed something light-hearted and funny after the last book, so I'm reading "BABY LAUGHS" by Jenny McCarthy. :nyahnyah: |
Books
"DAYS OF DESTRUCTION DAYS OF REVOLT"
by Chris Hedges and Joe Sacco Just came out finally...real direct intelligent truthful "HOME" by Toni Morrison skimming seems redemptive story looking forward to this read as well and after the intensity of the previous books diving into tender poetry "SWAN POEMS AND PROSE POEMS" BY Mary Oliver her latest Greco |
I'm reading the new book by Augusten Burroughs-- This Is How: Proven Aid in Overcoming Shyness, Molestation, Fatness, Spinsterhood, Grief, Disease, Lushery, Decrepitude & More. For Young and Old Alike.
I'm not sure how I like it yet. I expected a spoof on self-help books (even the title suggests this), with his usual biting insight on the dark and quirky side of human behavior (mostly his own). He does this, but more often, he seems to be offering real advice. It's like he doesn't know which direction to go. Still, the writing is good, and besides, you never know when advice on "how to be a good mental patient" might come in handy. |
Last night I started, "The Harlequin", the 15th book in the Anita Blake series by Laurell K. Hamilton
I will be picking up "To The Nines" from the library this weekend, the 9th book in the Stephanie Plum series by Janet Evanovich. The series are very different from each other but I have really gotten into them since SS (f) has introduce them to me. Anita Blake series, I think it has been 2 years since I first started and Stephanie Plum series, this past Christmas. Thank you baby ;) |
Let me know what you think when you finish it. I was so torn about this book, as the reviews I read were similar to what you wrote. I am such an intense fan of Burroughs that I wanted to read it but it doesn't sound like his usual style.
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raylan - elmore leonard
a quick fun read but all fluff and no meat |
A 12 step programme book; It Works - How and Why.
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I just finished a book called, One Simple Act. I read it in 2 and a half hours. 207 pages. =) By Debbie Macomber
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Calico Joe - John Grisham "A surprising and moving novel of fathers and sons, forgiveness and redemption, set in the world of major league baseball." Sweet story. If you like baseball, sweet stories, the Cubs and/or Mets from 1973, or Arkansas, you might enjoy this. I liked it tho it brought back memories of Red Sox outfielder Tony Conigliaro, a young man who seemed destined for greatness in baseball until August 18, 1967 when the 24 year old, 5th year pro was beaned by Angels pitcher Jack Hamilton. Tony sustained a fractured cheekbone, dislocated jaw, and severe damage to his left retina. Tho he was eventually able to comeback to play, he was never the same and was forced to retire due to the permanent damage to his eyesight. Not all was for naught tho. Tony still holds the MLB record for most home runs (25) hit by a teenage player. He is the second-youngest player to hit his 100th homer (after Mel Ott in 1931), and the youngest American League player to do so. His beaning spurred the use of the ear flap on helmets in MLB. Since 1990, the Tony Conigliaro Award is given annually to the player who best overcomes an obstacle and adversity through the attributes of spirit, determination and courage that were trademarks of Conigliaro. Unfortunately, Tony died in 1990 at the age of 45. He had suffered a heart attack and a stroke shortly there after. He remained in a vegetative state for 8 years before his death. One pitch forever changed the lives of 2 men. Jack Hamilton never fully recovered, either --- unwilling to pitch inside for fear of severely injuring another batter, Hamilton's strikeout rate declined, his opponents' batting average rose, and his earned run average soared. He retired in 1969. |
Book 10 of the Noble Dead series, Of Truth and Beasts by Barb & J.C. Hendee. Only one more then I'm all caught up in time for the new one to come out. A very enjoyable fantasy series.:glasses:
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Europe since 1870: An International History (4th ed.) ...James Joll
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I am reading the latest issue of Batwoman from DC comics. If you didn't know she is an out lesbian crime fighter. Good stuff. :batman:
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Tina Fey's, Bossypants.
She's smart and funny--two of my most favourite traits in others :) |
Switching between
Conquistadora by Esmeralda Santiago UNBROKEN, by Laura Hillenbrand and THE AMATEUR, by Edward Klein (little disappointing) |
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I'm reading Forgotten Holocaust. |
fifty shades of grey.
mostly for the lulz? |
La Llorona legend...
A Pattern of Silent Tears~by Marianna Ruybalid
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The Blessed Life by Robert Morris
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God Is Not Great: How Religion Poisons Everything
Christopher Hitchens |
For my birthday I got a fabulous gift card. I had it spent in one day.
Capote, a biography, by Gerald Clarke In cold blood, by Truman Capote Wild, by Cheryl Strayed I love coming in here as it gives me more ideas for books to read. I have a whole list of books to choose from. Happy reading everyone! |
I couldn't even finish the new Augusten Burroughs book. Maybe I just didn't get it, but I think he's being serious and trying to offer real self-help advice.... except he comes of as soooo cynical and inept that it's like George Costanza from Seinfeld has taken possession of Dr. Wayne Dyer. Burroughs has his catty queen moments, which is maybe what he was going for, but he takes himself far too seriously and it ends up coming off as preachy and irritating. Have you ever been subjected to the ramblings of a drunk at 2 AM, and you're stone cold sober? You know how they're so certain and declarative, and sure that every word they say is so profound and meaningful... but the logic is so circular and redundant, and really, they're just annoying as hell? Yeah, that's this book.
Instead of finishing the Augusten Burroughs book (even the title is too annoying to retype here), I read Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen. Good quick read, lots of interesting depression-era historical facts, but it doesn't really live up to the hype. Maybe that's unfair, though- without the expectations that came from all the hype, I'd have no complaints. Last night I downloaded Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter by Seth Grahame-Smith. I haven't started it yet- I'm still laughing at myself for even buying it. But dammit, the movie trailer actually looks good!! :blush: |
I saw the trailers too. I will look into the book after you give your review. No pressure! lol...
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Wool - by Hugh Howey
Author's description of story: This is the story of mankind clawing for survival, of mankind on the edge. The world outside has grown unkind, the view of it limited, talk of it forbidden. But there are always those who hope, who dream. These are the dangerous people, the residents who infect others with their optimism. Their punishment is simple. They are given the very thing they profess to want: They are allowed outside. So far so good - I'm about 60% done with the omnibus (volumes 1 - 5 all in one file 550 pages worth). Could improve on his character development - but the plot is intriguing and I still have no idea what's going to happen, which is very unusual for me. |
Agnes Grey.
What a whiner! |
I read two great books, both of which I strongly recommend.
1) The Man in the Gray Flannel Skirt by Jon-Jon Goulian This is a memoir by a quirky brilliant hilarious genderqueer. A real stand out! If you've ever felt like a misfit but followed your own path anyway and laughed at yourself to keep the sadness from overtaking you, you'll love this book! It's truly a unique read! [ame="http://www.amazon.com/The-Man-Gray-Flannel-Skirt/dp/1400068118"]Amazon.com: The Man in the Gray Flannel Skirt (9781400068111): Jon-Jon Goulian: Books[/ame] 2) You Don't Look Like Anyone I Know: A True Story of Family, Face Blindness, and Forgiveness by Heather Sellers This book got so-so reviews but it shouldn't have because it was AMAZING. It's a memoir by a woman with the condition of face blindness, where someone can't see faces. Ms. Sellers is a BRILLIANT woman and shares her research on face blindness as it relates to her own face blindness. She grew up with a schizophrenic mother who was too paranoid to look at the author's face, even as a baby, and the author wonders if this is what caused her face blindness. She goes on to describe psychological theory related to her own theory about this. In addition to the issue of face blindness being beautifully addressed in the book (including the hardships of being face blind and the awkwardness of whether to come out at work, for instance), she gives a wonderful history of life in an extremely dysfunctional family. This book had every aspect of what makes a great book to me. Check it out! [ame="http://www.amazon.com/Dont-Look-Like-Anyone-Know/dp/B007SRXKMS/ref=sr_1_2?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1339624629&sr=1-2&keywords=face+blindness"]Amazon.com: You Don't Look Like Anyone I Know: A True Story of Family, Face Blindness, and Forgiveness: Heather Sellers: Books[/ame] |
Working on a series. Historical fiction. Interesting and entertaining for me. By Shayne Parkinson
Sentence of Marriage Mud and Gold Settling the Account A Second Chance Then another book by same person, "All I Want" |
Lord of the Two Lands by Judith Farr
Lord of the Two Lands is firmly based in the history of Alexander the Great, and steeped in the rich sun drenched magics of ancient Egypt. Cannot put this book down. Love anything about Egypt! |
The owners manual to my weed wacker.
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I am trying to read the Fire and Ice series, I think that's what it's called. The one Game of Thrones is based on. I am not enjoying the way it's written. So far I've only made it through the first 10 or so people. And I've been reading it for two weeks. ugggggh If She didn't recommend it I wouldn't have ever gotten them, because I'd read the jacket covers and just wasn't that interested.
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Ovid (Amazon)
http://images.betterworldbooks.com/0...0253200020.jpg (for bedside reading)
http://i43.tower.com/images/mm111727...-cover-art.jpg (to read/listen to on the train) I tend to read slowly, but I'm enjoying both sets of literature. Poetic, deeply profound, context is rich. I checked both out from the library. Rating: excellent. |
THE UNIVERSAL DECLARATION OF HUMAN RIGHTS
~co-authored by Eleanor Roosevelt |
Assuming it comes in today...
Probably an algebra book... Long story. Otherwise, I may buy another Gor book |
The Hunger Games. Just started it. :)
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Nearly fell over when I saw this title in the small town library...so I had to pick it up and check it out.
A Positive View for LGBTQ: Embracing Identity and Cultivating Well-Being Ellen Riggle |
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