Essay by Roxane Gay
This collection of essays talks about race, gender, and how entertainment is involved. Many of them are very personal, but in way that related to subject matter. They talk about what it means to be a feminist (a very complex term?), and what it means to be a woman, a person of color, a person of unfavorable physical measurements, etc, in this world and society. The essay are approachable and enjoyable to read, even when they talk about really heavy, non-fun issues. [NF, 318 pp].
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Sunday, May 27, 2018
Saturday, April 14, 2018
My Antonia
By Willa Cather
I don't know why it's taken me so long to write a few words on such a greatly-written book. It is based on the author's own experiences moving as a child from Virginia to Nebraska toward the end of the 19th century. It chronicles the hardships people faced by Mid-West pioneers, especially those who newly immigrated from Europe, Antonia being one of them. These challenges showcase the individuals' distinct personalities.
I always tell myself that I shouldn't read the introduction to books that were not written by the author (those often appear in classic books) after I read the book itself. And this time, I finally did - and it made so much more sense than when I read it prior to reading the book. [290pp.]
Link to book.
I don't know why it's taken me so long to write a few words on such a greatly-written book. It is based on the author's own experiences moving as a child from Virginia to Nebraska toward the end of the 19th century. It chronicles the hardships people faced by Mid-West pioneers, especially those who newly immigrated from Europe, Antonia being one of them. These challenges showcase the individuals' distinct personalities.
I always tell myself that I shouldn't read the introduction to books that were not written by the author (those often appear in classic books) after I read the book itself. And this time, I finally did - and it made so much more sense than when I read it prior to reading the book. [290pp.]
Link to book.
Saturday, March 3, 2018
The Elegance of the Hedgehog
By Muriel Barbery
Through the journals of two individuals, both living in the same building, but hardly ever crossing paths, separated by class and generations, yet have more in common than they'd ever thought. They are finally brought together by the presence of a new neighbor, who despite - or maybe due to - his cultural difference, manages to show them both truths of their lives. [325 pp]
Link to book.
Through the journals of two individuals, both living in the same building, but hardly ever crossing paths, separated by class and generations, yet have more in common than they'd ever thought. They are finally brought together by the presence of a new neighbor, who despite - or maybe due to - his cultural difference, manages to show them both truths of their lives. [325 pp]
Link to book.
The World Without Us
By Alan Weisman
I have read this book before, and it was funny to discover, upon the second reading, how selective my memory of it had been. I still got the same feeling I got from it on first reading - of awe and wanderlust. I'm glad I have this book to keep and read over. [NF, 320 pp.]
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I have read this book before, and it was funny to discover, upon the second reading, how selective my memory of it had been. I still got the same feeling I got from it on first reading - of awe and wanderlust. I'm glad I have this book to keep and read over. [NF, 320 pp.]
Link to book.
Sunday, January 14, 2018
The Star Fox
By Poul Anderson
This is a science fiction book, which I'm not used to reading, so it took me a while to get into. Even after getting into it, I wasn't completely convinced. Maybe because it was written at a very backward time. Or maybe some political views came into play. The only reason I chose this book was because of its beautiful cover (you can check in the link below). Anyway, it's about this guy who gets some evidence that an alien race that seems beneficial - or at least non-maleficent -- and also very beautiful) is actually lying about their conducts and intentions. So he decides to go on a one-man's rogue mission (of course, with a gathered team) to change the course of history. Kind of reminds me of The Legends of Tomorrow series I'm watching these days, except that the journey is in space, not in time. [Sci-Fi, 278 pp.]
Link to book
This is a science fiction book, which I'm not used to reading, so it took me a while to get into. Even after getting into it, I wasn't completely convinced. Maybe because it was written at a very backward time. Or maybe some political views came into play. The only reason I chose this book was because of its beautiful cover (you can check in the link below). Anyway, it's about this guy who gets some evidence that an alien race that seems beneficial - or at least non-maleficent -- and also very beautiful) is actually lying about their conducts and intentions. So he decides to go on a one-man's rogue mission (of course, with a gathered team) to change the course of history. Kind of reminds me of The Legends of Tomorrow series I'm watching these days, except that the journey is in space, not in time. [Sci-Fi, 278 pp.]
Link to book
Sunday, October 15, 2017
A Taste of Honey: Stories
By Jabari Asim
A collection of related stories, with the same characters, but told from various view points. The stories are set in the black area of a fictional town somewhere in the Midwest (I think) and interweave historical events with everyday life of the characters. The writing is excellent, and it really takes you in.
Link to book
A collection of related stories, with the same characters, but told from various view points. The stories are set in the black area of a fictional town somewhere in the Midwest (I think) and interweave historical events with everyday life of the characters. The writing is excellent, and it really takes you in.
Link to book
Sunday, September 10, 2017
Orphan Train
By Christina Baker Kline
The stories of two young foster kids, separated by almost a quarter of a century are intertwined. It was interesting to learn about the experiences of each, compare past with present. [278 pp.]
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The stories of two young foster kids, separated by almost a quarter of a century are intertwined. It was interesting to learn about the experiences of each, compare past with present. [278 pp.]
Link to book
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