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Save:'Cuentos completos 1' by Julio Cortazar is a collection of brilliantly original short stories that blur the line between the normal world and a darker universe of the author's imagination. The stories contain signature twists that leave the reader unsettled, exploring themes of surrealism, mystery, and parallel realities. Cortazar's writing style immerses the reader in the depths of the subconscious, requiring them to unravel the intricate webs he creates within each story.
- There is a friction burn on my left wrist that I have hidden with a collection of brightly colored plastic bracelets that I bought for forty-nine cents apiece from the local Goodwill. My mother is tra...
An anthology exploring the act of passing-as the "right" gender, race, class, sexuality, age, ability, body type, ethnicity, and beyond
Nobody Passes is a collection of essays that confronts and challenges the very notion of belonging.
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... "Ex Libris: Confessions of a Common Reader" by Anne Fadiman is a charming collection of essays that celebrates the love of books and reading. Fadiman's writing style is described as graceful, personal, and easy on the mind, making the essays highly enjoyable and relatable to book lovers. The essays cover a variety of topics related to books and book people, from merging libraries to the joys of second-hand book shopping, all while showcasing Fadiman's sheer learning and passion for literature.
A few months ago, my husband and I decided to mix our books together. We had known each other for ten years, lived together for six, been married for five. Our mismatched coffee mugs cohabited amicabl...- #4
Save:'The World As I See It' by Albert Einstein is a collection of essays, letters, and writings that provide insight into the social conscience and views of the renowned physicist. It covers a broad range of topics such as pacifism, politics, economics, Judaism, Christianity, Islam, and world socialism. The writing style is described as precise, displaying great skill, and containing ideas that are still relevant today.
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Save:A horrible creature born of the family of a wizard stalks the fields, roads, and hills near Dunwich. Only an intrepid professor from Miskatonic University and two fearless colleagues can stop it. This is an archetypal story of the Cthulhu Mythos, but as the victims and most of the observers are New England yokels, with an appropriate yokelish dialect, it lacks the impact of Lovecraft's masterpiece, The Shadow Over Innsmouth. Lovecraft, with his endless vocabulary and descriptive skills, can pull something like this off better than just about anyone. The Dunwich Horror is a really enjoyable graphic novel to break up the workday with, offering a fast read with two stories - The Dunwich Horror and The Hound. The first story stands out as the stronger of the two, featuring a unique writing style that builds anticipation and keeps the reader in the dark, enhancing the suspense throughout.
“Gorgons, and Hydras, and Chimaeras—dire stories of Celaeno and the Harpies—may reproduce themselves in the brain of superstition—but they were there before. They are transcripts, types—the archetypes... - #6
Save:'100 Selected Poems' by E.E. Cummings is a collection of unconventional, lyrical, and beautiful poetry that challenges traditional rules of punctuation and grammar. The poems are described as imaginative, intelligent, and thought-provoking, with themes ranging from love, pride, and anger to common emotional events expressed in original ways. Cummings' unique style forces readers to slow down and engage with each word, improving their sense of the poem and evoking deep feelings and reflections.
The book is a mix of early and late works of Cummings, showcasing his lexical gymnastics, clever wordplay, and deep sense of humanism. Some readers find the collection to be a wonderful introduction to Cummings' poetry, while others appreciate the non-traditional form that forces them to think deeply about the meaning of each poem. Overall, '100 Selected Poems' is seen as a delightful read that captures the essence of Cummings' innovative and impactful writing style.
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Save:Crush by Richard Siken is a collection of poetry that delves into themes of love, longing, self-discovery, and darkness. The poems are described as hauntingly beautiful, raw, and evocative, with a focus on homoerotic relationships and the complexities of human emotions. The writing style is noted for its vivid imagery, intense emotions, and a sense of urgency that captivates readers and leaves them feeling deeply moved.
The book is structured into three parts, each exploring different motifs and emotions that weave together to create a cohesive narrative. The poems are described as cinematic, immersive, and filled with both explicit and symbolic references to love, pain, and desire. Richard Siken's writing is praised for its honesty, immediacy, and ability to evoke a wide range of emotions in readers, making Crush a powerful and thought-provoking read.
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Save:'The Broken Spears: The Aztec Account of the Conquest of Mexico' by Miguel Leon-Portilla and Lysander Kemp is a poignant and clear account of the Conquest of Mexico from the perspective of the indigenous people, particularly the Aztecs. The book presents narratives written by Aztecs and other native American groups, offering a perspective unknown to most readers. It delves into the clash of civilizations between the Spanish conquistadors and the indigenous tribes, providing insights into the tragic annihilation of a civilization and the cultural impact of the conquest.
The book is praised for inviting readers into the heart of the Aztec society before their downfall, shedding light on their religious practices, societal structure, and encounters with the Spanish invaders. It is noted for its organization, starting from the rumors preceding the Spanish landing to the aftermath of the conquest, and for its ability to present a side of history rarely discussed, making it a valuable read for those interested in history, anthropology, and the conquest of the New World.
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Save:'In Memoriam' by Alfred Tennyson is a collection of poems that touch on themes of faith, love, death, loss, and the human condition. The book is a heartfelt expression of grief, with Tennyson mourning the loss of his best friend in some of the poems. The writing style is described as dark, brooding, and adventurous, capturing the emotions and experiences of the author.
'Catching Fire: How Cooking Made Us Human' by Richard W. Wrangham explores the theory that cooking food played a crucial role in human evolution. Wrangham delves into the impact of cooking on our physical and social evolution, discussing how it led to brain growth, different gender roles, and changes in human relationships. Through a scientific lens, the book uncovers the mysteries of our creation, tracing our ancestry back millions of years and highlighting the significance of fire and cooked food in shaping human societies.
“My definition of Man is, a ‘Cooking Animal’. The beasts have memory, judgement, and all the faculties and passions of our mind, in a certain degree; but no beast is a cook. . . . Man alone can dress ...
