The 50 Greatest Love Letters of All Time
by David Lowenherz
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Read in June, 2008
Although I didn't love every letter is this book of "greatest" letters, I did find almost every one interesting, and there were several that I loved. One of the best things about this book is the way the author carefully introduces each letter. For each one, he provides a short synopsis of who the writer was, to whom the letter was written, and a bit of background on their relationship and the surrounding details. As all the writers are famous, historical figures, these little glimpses...more
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I love the idea of love letters being written and sent via mail, there is something more personal about it then an email or a text message. I love that the author introduces who the writer is and what their mark on history is before each love letter. Some of the love letters left a much bigger impression than others, but a good read nonetheless.
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I picked this one up after watching "Sex and the City" this past weekend and was disappointed by many of the letters chosen, particularly by the letter from a fan to Elvis. I understand that the author was trying to convey the broad spectrum of feelings and circumstances surrounding love letters, but it just didn't do anything for me.
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Read in August, 2007
How does one determine that those 50 love letters were the greatest of ALL TIME? Some of them were pretty bad; I have received more touching love letters that those.
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Read in February, 2007
Still in process, but I like that the book explores different kinds of love by different types of people. Still looking for the best of the bunch...
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Some good selections, some puzzling ones. Probably not the best collection of literary love letters, but it's certainly a fun read.
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Read in May, 2008
Fantastic and Inspirational... It left me hopeful.
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