Absolutely Ethan Frome...
For Asa, I preferred so much the coppola film rather than the book, if you didn't watch it, i recommend it to you.
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Absolutely Ethan Frome...
For Asa, I preferred so much the coppola film rather than the book, if you didn't watch it, i recommend it to you.
I am confused - do you mean the film directed by Coppola of "Dracula"? Coppola was also the producer on the Kenneth Branagh film of "Frankenstein". I liked both films, but thought they both had dire flaws. I think I would prefer the book to the film of "Dracula". Branagh's Frankenstein would have been good had he stuck with the original book and written the script closer to it; he seemed to want to make it both "Frankenstein" and "Bride of F". Not sure why he went off in that direction at all. Who could improve on the original plot? Maybe it would have been too long. I still find both films highly entertaining, if you see them for what they are.
So will Ethan Frome be the book for next month's reading? Anybody know for sure?
I was quite disappointed bu the Coppola's version of Dracula. I expected something better.Quote:
Originally Posted by Janine
I think the next month's reading will be Ethan Frome. As you can see for now the results are 14 votes for this book. I have even already start reading it, so I could menage till April (I am reading it through DailyLit, so I need more time for it).
Since it is leading the poll, it seems likely that we will be reading it in April; however, we cannot know for sure till March 31st, when the poll closes (you can see the deadline on top of the poll).Quote:
Originally Posted by Janine
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There's Still Hope!:pQuote:
Originally Posted by Scheherazade
Thanks, Will Do!Quote:
Originally Posted by masterlibrarian
Bahh...looks like Ethan Frome. Well, hmm...I was pushing Age of Innocence so badly because little Grace has a stockpile of books she has to read, and that is among them. The fiancee says I cannot buy anymore books (I have that many) until I finish the ones I have :D
Guess I could participate by getting it from the library. But that still leaves one on my list.
But Ethan Frome looks like a good novel so I am not completely abashed.
So I went ahead and reserved a copy of EF for myself this morning... The only copies available (not on loan) were large print so it should be interesting.
Scher, You won't have to strain your eyes:lol:Quote:
Originally Posted by Scheherazade
So EF is the one, right? I will start reading it. Good, I have it by chance. Picked it up free or cheap somewhere long ago. Also, have "Age of Innocense", so unlike last time I am not at a lose how to get the book. Prepared this time.
It is not for sure yet but EF is leading with 14 votes, so it is very likely that we will be reading it.
Re. large print copy: Hopefully it won't be a huge book with 1000+ pages! I don't want to end up straining my shoulders while trying to save my eyes! :D
I am reading it too, but through DailyLit, and I am somewhere close to the end, I think I shall menage to finished it till the beginning of April (I think it would be somewhere between 5th and 10th). And if after all we read The Age of Innocence I have an e-book so I shall be on time for this month's discussion (I have the habit to find the book I should read for the Book Club at the end of the month! I am always late! For example today I saw the Truman Capote's book on my book shelf, I have no idea I have this book and have had a long tour through the book stores searching for it in vain, and the book was there and I haven't seen it at all :lol: :lol: :lol: )Quote:
Originally Posted by Scheherazade
I've been willing to read the house of mirth but it looks like that Ethan Frome is going to be the winner. So, why don't I follow whomever wins and read it ?
Sounds like a great idea to me! :DQuote:
Originally Posted by spacetoon
Welcome to the Book Club, Spacetoon!
i've already taken Ethan Frome out from the library. it's only 80 pages :) i thought it was a long novel. I'll start reading it this weekend :)
I still have faith that Age of Innocence can win. :p :p :p ;)
Hoping to do the same as well! Got an email from the library saying that they have got a copy ready for me!Quote:
Originally Posted by SleepyWitch
Hey, optimism is good for ya! They say it makes you live longer! ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by Virgil
Is there going to be a forum discussion afterwards on the book that gets selected?
Absolutely. That's what makes it fun. :)Quote:
Originally Posted by bouquin
Yay! I hope Grace Reads with us!!!!:banana:Quote:
Originally Posted by grace86
Hello Bouquin! :)Quote:
Originally Posted by bouquin
We choose a book and then read/discuss it with the other members during the following month. The book of our choice does not get chosen at times but it is still a lot of fun as it gives us a chance to read things we wouldn't normally pick ourselves.
Hope you will be able to join us for the Wharton reading! :)
I would like to read this time with the club :nod:
But that will entirely depend on my getting a copy of the book that wins, which is EF, and I am inclined to vote for it too. I think I saw a movie with the name 'Age of Innocence,' was it based on this novel?
I would still prefer EF, although I havent read any book by this author so far. And I really really want to read a book with the club. I always decide to read, when that book has already been read and discussed :rolleyes:
I'll check out at the book store today, else i'll continue with Marquez book. :)
Edit :- Got the book :banana: I will be reading with everyone :D I must vote now :)
I believe so, yes. Wynona Ryder was in it, and Itcame out in 93' I think. She ruined the film of any of its merits! :crash: The film was ok though, Could have been better without Ms. Ryder. :thumbs_upQuote:
Originally Posted by Madhuri
Thanks Asa. :)
I have started reading Ethan Frome, on the first page, though :p
:D
I think Age of Innocence is gonna rally.
Tomorrow we shall see who wins! I think I shall read the other Edith Wharton's books too. I shall add them in my huge book list.
The result is so obvious.
Yes, I would love to join! Where do I go for the discussion? Does it take place within this same thread here or somewhere else?
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Originally Posted by Scheherazade
Either this thread turns into the discussion thread, or Scher will start a new one. Either way, it is on LitNet and you will definitely be able to find it.Quote:
Originally Posted by bouquin
Yes, I think undoubtedly Ethan Frome will win. But because of the voting...I've looked up all the books mentioned and I have to admit, Wharton's books (errr...yes even Ethan Frome) are going to end up on my shelves.
I think maybe I should start considering finding a copy of Ethan Frome :blush:
Please do find a copy, Grace. I am finding it interesting, I hope you will too :)
As grace mentioned, there will be a discussion thread in the BC discussion section in April, where you will be able to post your comments/questions on the book.Quote:
Originally Posted by bouquin
I am very glad that you all will be joining us in April. I read AofI last year and loved it. Wharton is good, me thinks!
PS: Madhuri, yes, the movie was based on the book. I enjoyed watching it as well.
Going once...
Oh I do hope you read ethan with us, dear Gracie! :)Quote:
Originally Posted by grace86
Hey, Madhuri! I am on the first page too! I was compelled to read it right before I logged on, and it must have been your spirit that beckoned me to the book. It sat eagerly on my shelf forever, and now I have picked it up! :lol: :p Creepy eh? :lol:Quote:
Originally Posted by Madhuri
Going twice...
I wonder what will be the discussion like? :D
An interesting one :p
Well, we're going to have quite a group read on this. Over twenty people voting and even if only half really read, that's ten participating. :thumbs_upQuote:
Originally Posted by Madhuri
I still got more to say on Major Barbara.;)