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“Etson, really, from the guys who brought us Shakespeare? :-)”
Well, talking about Tudor England, I just finished Wolf Hall (Hilary Mantel), which is a great book.
It has the added benefit of lacking 50 word sentences about waiting for a train.
I thought it was a gorgeous piece of writing. But isn’t there a similar passage in a thomas Hardy novel? I seem to remember something similar but not sure of the writer, except he is a famous one.
Arkady, that’s what I was thinking. Then again, I just found out my friends will probably be away for Christmas this year, when I usually bring latkes, so . . .
Snaps, sorry your cold blew up. Get yourself into bed and watch a “Hoarders” marathon! BTW, did you see the daughter, Trieste? I thought Trieste was a guy – and an ugly guy at that.
“that’s ok you don’t like Cormac, what’s your recommendation?”
I’m not much impressed by too many contemporary authors. I can’t think of one who particularly captures my imagination. I’m more into classic literature and history anyway. I’ve been reading some H.G. Wells recently, so if I was going to make any recommendations, I’d recommend Wells. Or perhaps Emile Zola.
“Let’s just say I completely disagree, but then again “interesting” is a subjective evaluation. And, anyone who “turns down money to write” is a fool. That doesn’t even make sense.”
ENY, no doubt Cormac’s an acquired taste, but still, lately everyone’s been doing so. Who do you find interesting then?
bxgrl, it’s not like Hillary has any time for me these days. If you’re keeping the CDog, please try and get her to take her meds. Bacon-flavored didn’t work. The pharmacist is now suggesting marshmallow or molasses flavored.
“Etson, really, from the guys who brought us Shakespeare? :-)”
Well, talking about Tudor England, I just finished Wolf Hall (Hilary Mantel), which is a great book.
It has the added benefit of lacking 50 word sentences about waiting for a train.
arkady, I waited for your comments with baited breath!
I’m back….making pie dough which has been a ‘task’ for some unknown and ridiculous reason for me today.
Herk, I’d be happy to share a few tips with you about how to be grumpy at work. I’ve got a black belt in Grump.
Arkady, I’m sure you do a great job!
Snappy, it’s the stress, dear. I’m sorry to hear you’re not feeling well.
CGar, stuffed mushrooms? Easy to make, not heavy.
I thought it was a gorgeous piece of writing. But isn’t there a similar passage in a thomas Hardy novel? I seem to remember something similar but not sure of the writer, except he is a famous one.
Arkady, that’s what I was thinking. Then again, I just found out my friends will probably be away for Christmas this year, when I usually bring latkes, so . . .
Snaps, sorry your cold blew up. Get yourself into bed and watch a “Hoarders” marathon! BTW, did you see the daughter, Trieste? I thought Trieste was a guy – and an ugly guy at that.
“that’s ok you don’t like Cormac, what’s your recommendation?”
I’m not much impressed by too many contemporary authors. I can’t think of one who particularly captures my imagination. I’m more into classic literature and history anyway. I’ve been reading some H.G. Wells recently, so if I was going to make any recommendations, I’d recommend Wells. Or perhaps Emile Zola.
“Let’s just say I completely disagree, but then again “interesting” is a subjective evaluation. And, anyone who “turns down money to write” is a fool. That doesn’t even make sense.”
ENY, no doubt Cormac’s an acquired taste, but still, lately everyone’s been doing so. Who do you find interesting then?
bxgrl, it’s not like Hillary has any time for me these days. If you’re keeping the CDog, please try and get her to take her meds. Bacon-flavored didn’t work. The pharmacist is now suggesting marshmallow or molasses flavored.
Is all his writing like that jester? The second sentence is ridiculously long, almost unreadable.
Posted by: etson at November 25, 2009 11:33 AM
Etson, really, from the guys who brought us Shakespeare? 🙂