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Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (Book 3) by J.K. Rowling

Vintage Reading : From Plato to Bradbury : A Personal Tour of Some of the World's Best Books by Robert Kanigel

Appointment With Death: A Hercule Poirot Mystery (Agatha Christie Collection) by Agatha Christie

Griffin & Sabine: An Extraordinary Correspondence by Nick Bantock

Flowers of the World, in Full Color by Illustrate Lemmon Robert S. & Charles L. Sherman

Peter Pan by J. M Barrie

Tales of the Old Dutch Burying Ground: A Walking Tour of the Burying Ground of the Old Dutch Church of Sleepy Hollow by Frank Coleman

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Member: mstrust

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Tagsnon-fiction (106), travel (63), art (56), British Lit (53), American Lit (45), cooking (27), British mystery (26), humor (25), history (19), culture (18) — see all tags

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Groups18th Century British Literature, 18th-19th Century Britain, 75 Books Challenge for 2009, Aboard the Jolly Roger, Agatha Christie, Anglophiles, Awful Lit., Baker Street and Beyond, Barbara Pym Fan Club, Best of British — show all groups

Favorite authorsAgatha Christie, Jane Austen, Nick Bantock, Stephen Vincent Benét, Ambrose Bierce, Charlotte Brontë, James M. Cain, Brian Moore, J. K. Rowling, Robert Louis Stevenson, Jim Thompson, P. G. Wodehouse (Shared favorites)

About meI'm a collector and writer in Phoenix. I have no idea how many years I've been hoarding books, but at last count I had over 1000 books. I'm an Anglophile and about a third of my books are British novels. I also love Agatha Christie mysteries.
In non-fiction, I have a collection of books on pirates, shipwrecks, the sea and world travel. In art, I lean towards surrealism, pop art and the Renaissance, especially Botticelli and Albrecht Durer.
I'd love to hear from fans of British actors such as Robert Shaw, Oliver Reed and Alan Bates.

About my libraryI'm a make-up artist by profession, but I have also been the editor of an on-line literary site, a late-night deejay and ran a dessert business. I am working on an Arts degree and spend time cooking and heading to Vegas! I also read a whole lotta magazines- Lucky, Bon Appetit, Gourmet, Travel and Leisure, Budget Travel, National Geographic Traveler, Mental Floss, Marie Claire and the occasional New Yorker.

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Member sinceMar 25, 2008

Currently readingCrampton Hodnet by Barbara Pym
A Murder is Announced (Miss Marple Mysteries) by Agatha Christie

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I think it was the late-night deejay that hooked me! That and Oliver Reed.

Mary Lou

posted by MerryMary at 11:58 pm (EST) on Nov 16, 2009

Why do other members libraries look so good?! If I was to post a photo of my library, it would take in my sitting room, bedroom, other room and other room (I haven't yet been able to designate such spaces to actual quarters in my wierd house). I came upon you by some esoteric mode which noticed you were reading 'The Third Policeman' - what a brilliant book - I hope you enjoy it.

Lizziemc

posted by lizziemc at 4:41 am (EST) on Oct 18, 2009

I am really glad to have been able to help. I hope you will enjoy your visit.
:-))

posted by aluvalibri at 8:20 am (EST) on Oct 1, 2009

Thanks for joining the group, Jennifer. I look forward to chatting with you :) Regards, Laura.

posted by digifish_books at 2:58 am (EST) on Oct 1, 2009

I thought the pumpkin tart looked good, but it was those little mini-pumpkin hand pies made out of purchased phyllo dough that caught my eye. And those roasted potato appetizers and the green gooey dips. What fun!

posted by benitastrnad at 9:42 pm (EST) on Sep 1, 2009

Thank you for the opinion on Excellent Women.

posted by Smiley at 7:29 pm (EST) on Aug 8, 2009

What an absolutely gorgeous library!!! And the books, too.

posted by saratoga99 at 1:00 pm (EST) on Jun 29, 2009

Hi Jennifer- there are several restaurants in the immediate area of the Strand on 14th and Broadway- there's a Whole foods on 14th Street that has a really great salad bar and there are other restaurants around the Union Square area- there's also a Barnes and Noble and Sephora in the Union Square area as well- I hope this is helpful- have a great time!! carmela

posted by cdyankeefan at 8:53 am (EST) on May 27, 2009

Hey, you're in Phoenix! I lived there for over a decade. I can tell you, having moved to the humid, humid South that, over 110 degrees, it really doesn't matter how dry it is. I'm just saying. There are a couple of places I miss, but I suspect that they're not there anymore, anyway. I do miss the desert in the spring, though.

posted by RidgewayGirl at 3:31 pm (EST) on May 15, 2009

I think my first taste of his acting was in the musical "Oliver". At least that's the earliest one I can remember. He was so dark and scary in that role. Just an amazing screen presence.

Thanks! I'll check into more of his work.

Dana Jean

posted by DanaJean at 11:53 pm (EST) on Feb 25, 2009

Ooo, love your built-in's up there. I would love to have those.

Hey, I just wanted to tell you I will be adding Evil Spirits: The Life of Oliver Reed to my TBR pile thanks to your review. I love Oliver Reed. A wonderful actor who never really got the recognition he really deserved to the extent he deserved. And yes, although he was a boozy pinhead towards women, I can still appreciate the wonderful screen moments he gave us.

Anyway, just wanted you to know that reviews do make a difference so keep reviewing!

Dana Jean

posted by DanaJean at 6:20 pm (EST) on Feb 25, 2009

The sale should have about 5000 books and I usually fill one bag when I go. Sometimes I don't buy for myself, but I buy them just to put on Bookmooch or Paperbackswap. Hey, they are only 50 cents or $1.00, so I don't mind buying for others now and then.

I just finished 13 at Dinner by Christie and I thought that was VERY well done. I thought the murderer was especially hard to catch.

Someone I met via Bookmooch is going to take the remainder of my Christie books from me, all in one big box, so I'm trying to finish them up in the next month or two..

I'll be both happy and sad to finish reading all Agatha Christie's books!

Take care,
Angela

posted by amwmsw04 at 7:06 pm (EST) on Feb 22, 2009

Oops! I forgot that you asked where I live in Michigan. I live in Port Huron. It's the complete opposite side of the state from Grand Rapids. It's a border town with Canada. Lake Huron narrows into the Saint Clair River and that is where we have a 2-span bridge to Canada called The Blue Water Bridge. I saw that you had a couple of travel books about Canada. I love Canada but have only traveled in the southeast part closest to home.

posted by JolieLouise at 11:36 pm (EST) on Feb 17, 2009

Hello there,
Thank you for adding my library to your interesting libraries. I looked through yours and you do, indeed, have pirate books and books on travel. Do you travel a lot or are you planning? What got you interested in pirates? I have a thing for gypsies (but I haven't found a whole lot of books out there). I'm going to add your library to my interesting libraries, too. I look forward to your entering the rest of your books! - something like 1000 or so more?
Pam

posted by JolieLouise at 11:29 pm (EST) on Feb 17, 2009

I had to go out of town and I missed the book sale. Sadness. Not like I don't have anything to read. Anyway, how was it for you?!

posted by PaperbackPirate at 11:07 pm (EST) on Feb 17, 2009

Your books are ready!
I'll list one on bookmooch and send you the recommendation email!
Just mooch one and I'll send the other two along for free.

They are
The Seven Dials Mystery
The Secret Adversary
They Came to Baghdad

Just for your information, The Seven Dials one is actually a sequel to The Secret of Chimneys. If you are going to read both, it helps if you read them in order and back to back, since the same characters are used.

Happy reading,
Angela

posted by amwmsw04 at 9:32 pm (EST) on Feb 4, 2009

i put up a message (wasn't too sure what to say). that video isn't from the third policeman. it's one of his more obscure caracters. i'm not 100% certain but i know the poem is featured in his first book.
looking forward to febuary
all the best

posted by STOCeallaigh at 6:43 pm (EST) on Jan 18, 2009

thanks for replying to the the group read tread on irish librarythingers. Third policeman is a fantastic choice. one of my all time favorites; i can't wait to read it again hopefully we'll get a few more people on board.

posted by STOCeallaigh at 11:10 am (EST) on Jan 17, 2009

Great to hear from you! I'm glad the books arrived safely.
I haven't been getting out and about much lately. So my time off for holidays basically involved getting extra rest and reading done. I broke my ankle two months ago and I'm just now starting to walk on my own. I use one crutch when I go long distances or outside though. Not for long. And of course I'm going to physical therapy.
I'm glad you had such a nice time.
Take care, and let me know if you want any more Christie books!

Happy reading,
Angela

posted by amwmsw04 at 9:17 pm (EST) on Jan 13, 2009

Thanks for your comment :) Really, I can't believe the effort someone put into creating all those accounts...
P.S. LOVE your bookshelves!!

posted by DetailMuse at 10:31 am (EST) on Dec 24, 2008

My copy of "Sixpence House" arrived today & I am deep into it. To say I am mesmerized is an understatement. I've put so many flags on the pages already. The absolute best for me so far is his comparison of ideas to rivers. I can surely relate to that one. Oh, is such a treasure of a book, thank you , thank you, thank you! Judie

posted by passy at 6:13 pm (EST) on Apr 14, 2008

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