Book Thread

EOcean214 · 15 Mar 11 :: 07:16

So I usually read one hard book, that's more intellectual, on the weekends to stay focused and one easier book to read during the week when i'm too tired to focuse like that. My hard book right now I'm reading is A.S. Byatt's The Children's book. It is truly amazing and definately reaching up to my top five favorite books of all times. Just is a long read and needs lots of to finish those. They are hillarious, witty, and just a fun read. They are as good as the movie was. A little different here and there (from the movie) but enjoyable too. I definately want to read more from this genre. Does anyone have any recommendations?

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domesticelefant · 15 Mar 11 :: 15:36

It's week 11 with my book project and I'm already reading book 15. That's good, right?

EOcean214 · 16 Mar 11 :: 00:52

Very Good! Congratulations!

EOcean214 · 05 Jul 11 :: 18:54

Just finished 'The Shinning.' Excellent Read. Onto 'Girl with the Dragon Tatoo.' I'm always a bit late with the popular ones.

BiggestChrisMarquetteFan · 06 Jul 11 :: 04:59

This summer Ive read the Hannibal series all 4, Dead Ends, a Gossip Girl book, It Happened To Nancy, My So Called Life, Splintering. Right now Im reading Shimmer.

TheCentralScrutinizer · 06 Jul 11 :: 05:21

I'm at the end of Carol Burnett's This Time Together (a gift from my friend, Elaine). All that's left is the Carrie stuff. And I know it's gonna destroy me. I kinda need to be in the right mood. Next up after that is either Markos Moulitsas's American Taliban (a gift from our friend, Shell) or Whitley' Strieber's Omega Point (another gift from my friend Elaine). Last read is My Stolen Son: The True Story Behind Alpha Dog by Susan Markowitz.

Warbee · 06 Jul 11 :: 11:31

Hahaha speaking of Girl with the Dragon Tattoo....I have finished it myself not too long ago and onto the second, Girl who played with Fire. Hope you enjoy the read. I thought it was excellent, but a little too much background at the start for my liking. Takes a while to get into the meaty part of the story

EOcean214 · 06 Jul 11 :: 18:05

Warbee wrote:

Hahaha speaking of Girl with the Dragon Tattoo....I have finished it myself not too long ago and onto the second, Girl who played with Fire. Hope you enjoy the read. I thought it was excellent, but a little too much background at the start for my liking. Takes a while to get into the meaty part of the story

Completely agree Kate about the beginning. I read for a good hour or so at Barnes and Nobles yesterday and had issues focusing a bit because I wasn't anticipating so much background. After about 50 pages in I'm finally introduced to Lisbet.

Hope the story on Alpha Dog is interesting Deb.

TheCentralScrutinizer · 06 Jul 11 :: 18:18

It's a terrific, heartbreaking, beautifully written book.

EOcean214 · 07 Jul 11 :: 22:11

good to know. Will put it on the list. I have several waiting and I just added on 'The Book Thief.' Several people have recommended it to me.

TheCentralScrutinizer · 07 Jul 11 :: 23:13

It's also a very fast, easy read. One of those book you could finish in a weekend. And it will stick in your mind afterward.

CappuGirl · 09 Jul 11 :: 21:37

I've been thinking I'll read those books when I get enough courage to read a whole book in swedish. Every finn learns it in school. every finn learns to hate it. but I still understand quite a lot of it. if I read books in swedish I might get as good as I am in english. or am I? The point is, I've been thinking I'd like to read books in the original language they were written. I've heard a lot of things about these books, and would like to treat them with proper respect. plus, I saw a document about the author couple of months ago and it was really the first time i really paid attention to anything about him. very interesting story.

What comes to what I've read lately... I bought Maggie Stiefvater's Shiver and Linger in finnish for my niece, and decided to read them. I was very surprised with the quality of the translation. exceptionally great. I read them in english last fall/winter. I meant to reread them soon anyways, since the third book Forever is coming out soon

BiggestChrisMarquetteFan · 10 Jul 11 :: 05:30

Im going to read Nick Markowitz story. No question about it.

TheCentralScrutinizer · 10 Jul 11 :: 06:57

I think you'll really like it, Mel.

domesticelefant · 10 Jul 11 :: 10:14

I'm reading Kill Your Friends now ... and WOW, all I can say is: Yes, it is a hooligan of a book, just like it says on the back of my copy. LOL
And I'm totally failing my book project, half the year is over and I am at least six books behind ... I need to read faster!

BiggestChrisMarquetteFan · 11 Jul 11 :: 04:33

I tried looking at my library except my library branch doesnt have it near my city and they cant get it even though when Im not logged into my account I can see it in the library catalog system. Im going to buy it when I go to Borders again. Hopefully they have it.

TheCentralScrutinizer · 29 Jul 11 :: 02:45

OK, you guys have just got to scroll through the titles on this page. HIGHlarious! :rofl:

http://www.abebooks.com/books/weird/index.shtml

Editsound · 29 Jul 11 :: 08:22

Should I be worried...I have 2 of those books.

Warbee · 29 Jul 11 :: 12:17

Hahaha which 2??

Editsound · 29 Jul 11 :: 16:32

"Sixguns and Society" it was required reading for a westerns class I took, it was about how western movies reflected changes in society.

"International Spy Museum's guide to Practical Spying" it was a gift when family visited the Spy Museum in Washington DC.

Probably 2 of the less strange ones on the list....I hope.

TheCentralScrutinizer · 29 Jul 11 :: 16:46

I think The Lull Before Dorking is my favorite title.

domesticelefant · 29 Jul 11 :: 21:51

Thanks Deb for this link, I think that is the most hilarious website I have ever seen. :rofl:

I had a few good laughs here.
Electricity in Gynecology ... WTF???
How to disappear completely and never be found - Yeah, I should definitely read that one. LOL
How to Be Happy Though Married - Should I give that book to my brother who recently married? :devil:

Also, I wasn't aware that it is possible to understand women through their cats and that you can teach Physics to your dog.

But I think the weirdest book on that page is "A Lust for Window Sills". EXCUSE ME??? :rofl:

TheCentralScrutinizer · 30 Jul 11 :: 00:49

I know! It's awesome. Did anyone notice that How To Be Happy Though Married was written by Tim LaHey? He's one of the guys who wrote the Left Behind books. So weird!

EOcean214 · 17 Aug 11 :: 05:47

Loved reading Girl with the Dragon Tattoo. Gonna wait I think 6 months to pick up the next one. I picked up 'Hunchback of Notre Dame" for my fun read. I like to go to a classic after a couple of new current ones. Then i signed up for this class that will discuss and read 'Purgatorio' from Dante's Divine Comedies.

BiggestChrisMarquetteFan · 06 Sep 11 :: 06:57

I found at the library finally to checkout My Stolen Son A True Story of Nicholas Markowitz by Susan Markowitz. I just have to wait until its transferred to my library so I can read it finally!

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