Books I've Read in '05 - the ones I remember
Submitted by vera on Wed, 04/27/2005 - 01:55
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- The Idea of Japan - non-fic, takes on American perception, social mores, it's a keeper, one I'd like to share
- Princess Bride - Yes, I bought this children's classic for my sister, then promptly borrowed it.
- Time Traveller's Wife - by Audrey Nifenneger; I didn't really like, though I wanted to, because the writing's quite good. It was unsettling in a drop-kick awfulness.
- Wicked - Right/Wrong - is there any question? For the author there is. I'd still like to see the musical, though.
- Comic Crime - an anthology of short stories by celebrated crime novelists, columnists, and a couple classic authors. It's not really funny; some irony, some quirks, but it's really rather dark.
- Doo-Dah! - Biography of Steven Foster, American Popular Song Composer/Performer. I haven't actually read it yet, but bought hardback copy on ebay, so it's a sure thing
- Mulliner Nights - by P.G. Wodehouse; the English exploits of Mr. Mulliner's varied relatives, presented with a strong sense of making fun, and wry wit. This book has kept me company on a few bus rides of late
Not in order by any means, but all recent