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Member: Whisper1

Library580 books — see library

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TagsNovels (202), Novel (36), Historical Novels (35), TO READ (21), American Literature (20), Art (19), Biography (18), Historical Novel (17) — see all tags

Groups40-Something Library Thingers, 75 Books Challenge for 2008, Books that made me think, Crime, Thriller & Mystery, Historical Fiction, Myers-Briggs: All Types, What Are You Reading Now?

About my library primarily historical novels
I appreciate the art of J.W. Waterhouse, English history and carousel animals.

Emaillcl1lehigh.edu

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Member sinceJan 14, 2008

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Feeling very vindicated that someone with your admirable reading interests shares my opinion about "Rasputin's Daughter." Thanks!!

posted by KaterinaBead at 6:25 pm (EST) on Jul 15, 2008

Hopefully this will connect you. If it doesn't work, you will find it under Myers-Briggs in my groups on my profile.

http://www.librarything.com/groups/myers...

posted by zenomax at 12:42 pm (EST) on Jul 11, 2008

There is actually a Myers Briggs group on LT if you aren't already a member. I find the whole personality type thing fascinating.

By the way like your Waterhouse painting. One of my many 'to read more about'areas is the pre Raphaelites.

posted by zenomax at 11:20 am (EST) on Jul 11, 2008

Thanks for getting in touch. My very first comment. Just finished Gifted,I> abnd am getting frustrated coz lost my comments - twice! Keep in touch!
posted by mumoftheanimals at 12:28 pm (EST) on Jul 9, 2008

Hi
Thanks for the welcome. I found this site by accident, and now I can't go a day without checking what everyone is reading! I love to go to the ratings and cherry-pick the 5's. Hopefully, reducing the amount of time of the duds.
posted by lillypatti72 at 12:31 pm (EST) on Jul 8, 2008

thanks for the site. historicalfiction.org has some pretty cool reviews. thanks again!
posted by miss_chievous at 12:40 am (EST) on Jul 6, 2008

Hi Whisper....
Thanks for your comments on my 75 books in '08 thread. I see a lot of LT'ers live around your area, DH and I have a trailer in a campground by Shartlesville where we stay while visting our son who lives in Allentown. He graduated from Lehigh '99, and still sings with the choral group there. Last year he and I went with them on the China Tour. Now that was really a fun trip.
posted by lenereadsnok at 10:21 am (EST) on Jul 5, 2008

I have several favorite books but I think Kite Runner and A Thousand Splendid Suns are two of them alond with To Kill a Mockingbird
posted by nsg0223 at 11:34 am (EST) on Jul 2, 2008

hi there. My name is Melissa. Thanks for the warm welcome. I just love this site. What is your favorite book?
posted by melissagagnon at 8:07 pm (EST) on Jul 1, 2008

It isi nice to see a member who lives so close to me. I am only about an hour away in Wilkes-Barre.
posted by nsg0223 at 4:50 pm (EST) on Jul 1, 2008

you are quite welcome. i saw that we had over 100 fantastic books in common so i figured i may come back from time to time to see what you are reading!
posted by amanaceerdh at 10:45 am (EST) on Jul 1, 2008

I apologize for not getting back to you sooner, I missed your comment. I have only read about 4 chapters of 1 Dead in the Attic. So far, I think it is very well written. I'll let you know when I finish it.
posted by Rarcar1 at 10:30 pm (EST) on Jun 28, 2008

Thanks for adding me to your interesting libraries! We have some common books I see. I'll be interested to see what you thought of Mudbound.

Terri
posted by teelgee at 8:31 pm (EST) on Jun 27, 2008

I'm afraid I just bought 1 Dead in Attic, so I can't tell you what I think yet, but I'll stop by and tell you when I complete it. Thanks for your comment.
posted by quietprofanity at 2:52 pm (EST) on Jun 23, 2008

I actually just finished The Irresistible Revolution yesterday, after having laid it aside for a few weeks. Overall, I thought it was good, although I have some issues with it. My biggest issue is that, like all people who are sharing their own beliefs and way of life, Shane's discussion of his faith, his life at times came across in a manner that made me feel simultaneously guilty for not living mindfully enough, and disenchanted with my ability (or willingness) to do anything about it. I realize that his intention was NOT to make me disenchanted with the possibility of enacting change (though perhaps the guilt was warranted, even wanted), but his passion for his way of living the gospel is so enthusiastic and assured, I felt he left little room for others to feel that they could make changes in their own lives without going all the way of mirroring the Simple Way community. It wasn't until the final few chapters that I finally felt that Shane made room for acknowledging that his lifestyle may not be the route for everyone to follow (he might argue that I missed the point on this). I believe that Christians are called to live in many different settings, many different situations and that we can be used in our various life stations in ways that are both unique and intentional. Obviously that personal belief headbutts a little with Shane's beliefs. The other big issue I had with the book was the lack of discussion/acknowledgment by Shane on how he and the Simple Way are funded. If his intention in writing the book was to inspire others to create communities or houses like the Simple Way, then I think more ready acknowledgment of the funding needs is in order. I also think that would've added legitimacy to his call for such a radical lifestyle; while life shouldn't be about money, reality is that money is necessary, even for ordinary radicals. Despite these criticisms, I enjoyed the book and feel it serves as a great wake-up call to discouraged Christians who feel that the established church doesn't meet their needs. I really appreciated that he closed the book by emphasizing the need for radicals to remain within the church, as we all need one another's insights and knowledge and gifts to further the kingdom on earth. What did you think?
posted by grkmwk at 3:32 pm (EST) on Jun 17, 2008

Thanks for your suggestion of the book about Holbein's painting of the More family. I have seen his famous portrait of More at the Frick in NY - what a compelling painting. The velvet of his robe seems to cry out to be touched, so tactile does it appear. I enjoyed Ackroyd's book but would have liked it even more if I could have better understood the old English of More's writings.
I plan to look up your recommendation and give it a read.
posted by orangeena at 12:05 am (EST) on Jun 13, 2008

I am only reading a chapter at a time so it is going to take me a while to get through. The author uses a lot of humor to get through the ordeal. I'll post a review when I am finished and will let you know when it is up. Thanks for adding me to your interesting library list. Erin
posted by Rarcar1 at 8:49 pm (EST) on Jun 11, 2008

Hi, I just saw your comment on New Orleans. I was just there last week and purchased 1 Dead in Attic which is a collection of newspaper columns on Katrina and the aftermath. I'm interested in reading your thoughts on the Katrina book you purchased. Take care, Erin
posted by Rarcar1 at 9:19 pm (EST) on Jun 9, 2008

Thanks for your compliment on my review of After You'd Gone by Maggie O'Farrell. It was one of my favorite reads last year, and I so badly wanted to do it justice. I recently acquired a copy of The Vanishing Act of Esme Lennox - is it as good?
posted by yourotherleft at 2:24 pm (EST) on Jun 8, 2008

I'm so glad to hear that you liked After You'd Gone. I'll have to give it a try!
posted by porch_reader at 9:13 am (EST) on Jun 1, 2008

Hi Linda

I'm so glad you enjoyed After You'd Gone! I've become wary of recommending books to people in my circle (at home) because they don't always like what I sometimes rave about. But I've found that at LT - with people who actually love books and reading - it's different and so great!

Did O'Farrell move you to tears, too?
posted by akeela at 6:54 am (EST) on May 28, 2008

I totally agree with you about Stephanie Plum Novels! Nice, light read; great for in between those more serious (or long) books. Grandma Mazur is my favorite character, who's yours?
posted by thekoolaidmom at 11:02 pm (EST) on May 26, 2008

I actually liked it a lot. But I like almost all history books, I'm a dork like that :)
posted by brittanye at 3:28 am (EST) on May 25, 2008

Whisper - Thanks for your posting on my library. I agree completely with your take on the ending of The Disappearing Act of Esme Lennox - what a complex, sad story. I also appreciate the recommendation of the Wide Sargasso Sea. I haven't read it, but love Jane Eyre, so I will definitely put it on my TBR list.

Your role as the newspaper adviser must be both rewarding and challenging. I primarily teach undergraduates, but I have them for one or at most two classes. So, I feel like I don't get to know them well. I have had the opportunity to supervise some honors theses and get a few of them involved in my research, and always enjoy getting to know those students a little better. I'm sure that you have both the joys and frustrations that come with these type of relationships.

By the way, I hope that you are over your strep throat now. I'm just getting over it too. Having young kids and teaching college students certainly exposes me to plenty of germs!
posted by porch_reader at 8:51 pm (EST) on May 23, 2008

Hi Linda

Thanks for stopping by!

Oh, I loved [After You'd Gone] by O' Farrell. It was heart-wrenching. It's a beautifully written story about family, love, loss, grief and healing. I've got Esme on my to-be-read list, which is growing by the second ") with some historical fiction also now featuring!

I visited the site you recommended and goodness, the last thing I need with my LT addiction is another compelling website and more discussion forums!

Happy reading!
Akeela
posted by akeela at 8:04 am (EST) on May 22, 2008

Hi,
Yes I did like Wide Sargasso Sea by Jean Rhys- I started to collect her books and have Smile Please An Unfinished Autobiography and her letters. I read Jean Rhys when I was looking at English authors from the 1920's-1950's ( and also at the expatriate writers who were in Paris ) Great reading!
Cyrel
posted by torontoc at 11:44 pm (EST) on May 19, 2008

Hello
Thank you for including me in your Interesting libraries. I will take a look at your as we have some books ( 41 ) in common.
Regards
Cyrel
posted by torontoc at 7:03 pm (EST) on May 19, 2008

Hi, Whisper.
Thanks very much for your note re: Irving and "A Prayer for Owen Meaney."
I work for The Buffalo News (the daily in Western New York), and I was thrilled to learn a couple weeks ago that the paper chose "Meaney" as its book of the month. I loved Irving's tale.
Great library! You're on my "interesting" roster.
Congrats on your efforts in the academic arena. I was editor of my high school newspaper and general manager of my college's radio station. The experiences I gleaned from these extra curriculars -- not to mention the insights I gained from my advisers -- shaped my journalism career in a big way.
Take care,
Brian
posted by brianinbuffalo at 7:19 pm (EST) on May 18, 2008

Hey Whisper 1,

Thanks for adding my library to your interesting libraries list. That's quite a compliment. I think I told you I already looked at the books we share. I am looking forward to a stroll through your titles as we appear to have some similar tastes. hoping to pick up some suggestions for new titles for my shelves.
posted by blackdogbooks at 9:26 am (EST) on May 18, 2008

Thanks for adding me to your interesting libraries. I also pass on an invitation to the crime and mysteries group. Hopefully you can find even more great reads.

Carrie
posted by cal8769 at 4:15 am (EST) on May 12, 2008

I live 45 mins. from State College, a little town called Williamsburg. I think your library is really good. A lot of books that I would like to read.

Carrie
posted by cal8769 at 5:05 pm (EST) on May 11, 2008

Hi Whisper!

I haven't read 1215 as yet. I remember I picked it up in a discount bin for about $5, and being interested in King John since reading Here Be Dragons I could not turn it down!

Its been great to see you getting amoungt the discussions at historicalfiction.org, and I am glad you are enjoying it. It is probably the board/discussion forum that I have been most involved with in my whole time using the internet.
posted by nellista at 1:58 am (EST) on Apr 21, 2008

Thanks for your kind welcome and comments. I'll check out your recommendation.

Angie
posted by annesion at 9:46 pm (EST) on Mar 6, 2008

Thanks for the note and thanks for adding me to your interesting libraries list! I see that you have joined librarything recently, so if you are interested in gathering more recommendations for historical novels, drop by the historical fiction group! There is an endless supply of excellent recommendations from readers. Also, I can recommend the historical fiction forum (historicalfiction.org) for a great discussion about historical fiction, and the like.
posted by nellista at 11:00 pm (EST) on Feb 24, 2008

Thanks for feedback on my review of Daisy May. I love all of her work!
posted by Jawin at 10:09 pm (EST) on Feb 9, 2008

I'm always happy to meet another Owen Meany fan!
posted by ireed110 at 6:07 am (EST) on Jan 22, 2008

Anne Tyler: Yes, and yes. Many years ago I probably was one of her first and most vocal fans ( I talked about her on local radio, and face-to-face. . . to the extent that one day in a swimming pool someone asked, "You are the Anne Tyler lady, aren't you?") BUT one of the later ones is the first book I ever returned to a store, and since then I've mostly read from library. ~~~~Either you or I should review the early ones and persuade folks to hunt them down and read them!
posted by Esta1923 at 8:03 pm (EST) on Jan 19, 2008

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