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March 27
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Elizabeth
marked as to-read:
The Penelopiad: The Myth of Penelope and Odysseus (Hardcover)
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Margaret Atwood
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Elizabeth
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Wishful Drinking (Hardcover)
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Carrie Fisher
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Elizabeth
is currently reading:
1776 (Paperback)
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David McCullough
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Elizabeth
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Thank You for Smoking (Paperback)
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Christopher Buckley
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Elizabeth
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Washington Schlepped Here: Walking in the Nation's Capital (Crown Journeys)
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Christopher Buckley
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read in March, 2009
Elizabeth said:
"As anyone who knows me knows I love Christopher Buckley. He's one of my favorite authors, hands down.
This book, I picked up without knowing what the heck it was about, just because I'll read anything the man puts out. (He's a political s...more
As anyone who knows me knows I love Christopher Buckley. He's one of my favorite authors, hands down.
This book, I picked up without knowing what the heck it was about, just because I'll read anything the man puts out. (He's a political satirist and novelist who used to be a speechwriter for Former President Bush Senior. He's also the author of "Thank You for Smoking", which was made into a movie.)
Imagine my surprise when I found out this wasn't a novel. It was a "walking tour" of Washington DC. Well, it's more like an ode or a love letter to the city that, as stated in his About the Author page:
"Christopher Buckley moved to Washington DC in 1981, intending to remain there for one year. He is still there."
Granted, there are a few times where his ego seeps through, but I think it's excusable when you're Christopher Buckley. Growing up in and around DC, I still had a lot to learn about the city, apparently.
It's a really fun intelligent quick read that has really good pacing, if you're interested in history. Even if you aren't, some of the tidbits he shares are just THAT interesting.
I cannot tell a lie, there was also a portion where I shed a tear or three.
Overall, I would say 5 out of 5. It won't change your life, but it's a really wonderful book. For a city that so many tout as transient and "not a real city", this book shows why Washington DC is so special... in the good way and the short bus way.
I lucked out in finding this treasure. I should randomly pick up books more often.(less)
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March 24
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Elizabeth
marked as to-read:
The Haldeman Diaries (Paperback)
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H.R. Haldeman
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Elizabeth
gave  to:
Bob Schieffer's America (Audio CD)
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Bob Schieffer
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November 10, 2008
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Elizabeth
gave to:
Lullaby (Paperback)
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Chuck Palahniuk
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Elizabeth said:
"Interesting concept and story. Once again Mr. Palahniuk revels in what makes humans grotesque. Good, but at times gross.
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September 14, 2008
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Elizabeth
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