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Book Reviews |
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Updated September 22, 2005 |
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Recent Reviews |
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Farewell to Arms by Ernest Hemmingway- This is my second read of the novel, and i got more out of it the second time around. Still, I am always left with a hollow, empty feeling after reading Hemmingway. (September 2005) |
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As a former literature major and as an active reader, I have had the pleasure of reading many books - good and bad. If you are thinking about reading a book and want a friendly opinion on it, e-mail me and I will offer my thoughts if I have read it. Also, please e-amil me with any reviews you have of books that you have read.. |
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My Reading Page Home |
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My Favorite Books |
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Selected Poetry of John Keats - I have read several of his odes, sonnets and just completed Endymion. I am just appreciating his work and enjoy his compassionate tone. (August 2002) |
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Past Reviews |
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Northanger Abbey by Jane Austen (CLASSIC) - Typical, enjoyable Austen. It was another light love story that talks about the responsibility of those with power and/or influence to use it wisely and coare for those less infulential. Also a funny satire on Gothic Romances. Overall and enjoyable read. (August 2002) |
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Fellowship of the Ring by J.R.R. Tolkien (CLASSIC) - I did not enjoy Fellowship as much as The Hobbit, but it was still a great book. The journey is a lot longer, and at times more drawn, but still fascinating. Frodo is more reserved than Bilbo, but the character of Sam Gamgee makes up for all. Sam is a delight. I plan on picking up with the rest of the trilogy after a short break. (July 2002) |
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The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien (CLASSIC) - The Hobbit was a fun and excellent read with many interesting twists in a great adventure. It was more thought provoking than I imagined it could be. Perhaps that is why I have decided to read the next book Fellowship of the Rings. (June 2002)
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A Christmas Memory by Truman Capote (SHORT STORY/CLASSIC) - Perhaps the greatest short story I have ever read. A beautifully written story a a young boys memories of Christmas time with a disabled aunt who knows more of love than all the "normal" people in the story. |
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The Crucible by Arthur Miller (DRAMA/CLASSIC) - A disturbing play about the Salem Witch Trials. The Crucible focuses on the pesecution of a husband and wife (Proctor amd Elizabeth) who are falsely accused and explores a crowd mentality where allowing people to die is easier than speaking the truth. The play is distrubing but very compelling. |
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Independence Day by Richard Ford (NOVEL) - I know this novel about a man travleling with his son on a journey of self discovery is an award winning novel by Richard Ford, but I just coulldn't stand it. After about 350 pages I just gave up on it. Whinny, middle-aged men going through mid-life crisises just don't interst me. Sorry. Let me know if I'm missing somehting here. |
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Me and Shakespeare by Herman Gollub (MEMOIR) - "Me and Shakespeare" is a memoir written by Herman Gollub tracing his growing fascination with the dramatist after his retirement from the publishing industry. Gollub tries too hard to impress at times, but the excitement of his teaching Shakespeare and his genuine interest in his plays shines through. I do not always agree with his interpretations of the plays; still, Gollub is thought provoking. Gollub explores the theme that Shakespeare's work, most notably, King Lear is based upon Judaism. This belief, along with his general love of Shakespeare, lead him to study at Oxford and contact many noteworthy actors and directors to learn their vision of Shakespeare, the dramatist. For any Shakespeare fan, Gollub offers a lot to learn and to think about. Further, his life offers its reader and interesting memoir dealing with aging parents, aging in general, reflecting on an interesting and at times rocky life, self absorption, and self-discovery. (July 2002) |
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Monk's Hood by Ellis Peters (MYSTERY) - An excellent mystery set in medievel England. Brother Cadfael is an endearing member of the clergy with a great understanding of true human emotions and actions. This is the only book in the series that I have read, and it was very good. (June 2002)
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The Stranger by Albert Camus (CLASSIC) - The Stranger was an interesting read, but very dark. I kept hoping for a change in the fortunes of the main character but it never came. I guess that is what makes it an existential work. It's very compelling and moves quickly, but only read it if you can stand some depression. (May 2002) |
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Things Invisible to See by Nancy Willard (NOVEL) - A great book. I loved it because of its mix of baseball, love and personal responsibiltiy an a small All-American town during World War II. Its really just a fun book to read. |
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