The novel begins, Janine:Originally Posted by Janine
The story had held us, round the fire, sufficiently breathless, but except the obvious remark that it was gruesome, as, on Christmas Eve in an old house, a strange tale should essentially be, I remember no comment uttered till somebody happened to say that it was the only case he had met in which such a visitation had fallen on a child.
I quite like scandanavian writiers, though I am unsure why. I read Tove Jansson's Moomin books when I was a kid, and a Henning Mankell recently. I wonder if it's a stylistic thing.
Does the discussion start here or does the holiday selection too get its own reading thread? At the risk of appearing impatient, I thought I would plum for some surety on procedure
I am sorry, Jozzany. Usually the threads are started immediately but I got carried away with the daily worries.
The discussion thread is here: http://www.online-literature.com/for...ad.php?t=49425
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"It is not that I am mad; it is only that my head is different from yours.”
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Oh bosh, don't apologize Sche. I no longer work, and I still would not even consider moderating a community this large, and even though I am not big on these seasonal sentiments, happy holidays to ya!
Did you know that the expression "bosh" comes from the Turkish word "boş" meaning "empty"?
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"It is not that I am mad; it is only that my head is different from yours.”
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Well whadda know, I learn something new in this forum every dayDid you know that the expression "bosh" comes from the Turkish word "boş" meaning "empty"?
What about pish pash posh?Did you know that the expression "bosh" comes from the Turkish word "boş" meaning "empty"?
It is all part of the service!Well whadda know, I learn something new in this forum every dayI think that is from Gnomish, meaning "Whadaloda rubbish!"
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"It is not that I am mad; it is only that my head is different from yours.”
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It is all part of the service!
Great service.
I know not everyone celebrates Christmas, but in plenty of countries, there is a giant break coming up, and I thought I would share some lovely vacation-type reads. So put these on hold at the library now to prepare for a long timeframe for relaxation and lovely reading.
1. His Dark Materials by Philip Pullman
(The Golden Compass, The Subtle Knife, The Amber Spyglass)-I read this series one time over a break and it is fantastic. Deep and significant while still a speedy read. The 2nd one is my favourite.
2. Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy
This is probably a challenge for plenty of people, but it is one of the most wonderful books I have ever read. I tackled this one over a Christmas break and done in a small over a week. It is a lovely book to go for when you have a long stretch of time to devote to it.
3. Inheritance series by Christopher Paolini
(Eragon, Eldest, Brisingr) This is a lovely chance to catch up before the 4th book comes out. (Someone know when that is, btw?) People may laugh at this pick, but the books are simple reads and addicting. You'll get in to them quickly which is ideal for the holidays. You require to relax after all!
4. 1984 by George Orwell
If you have been putting it off, now's your chance to read this timeless classic!
5. Watership Down by Richard Adams
I do know a book about rabbits on a search sounds ridiculous but this book is wonderful. You'll get through it in no time.
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