Shanea’s Comments (group member since Dec 02, 2012)

Shanea’s comments from the Classics Without All the Class group.

I feel that the comments section of that website is one of the best I have read in a long time. After going on news article comment pages, that is downright terrifyingly polite.

Crystal wrote: "Shanea wrote: "Crystal wrote: "I have had a copy of this sitting on my bookshelf for years, so now I'm finally going to read it.

There's a classics read-a-thon next week, so I'm going to try to ..."


It sounds interesting, but I think I am far too stupid to pull off two jobs and two book clubs at the same time. It might be good info for our readers but not tubers, though so it's good to know.

Reija wrote: "I borrowed my copy from library, at the moment I'm trying to find inspiration to read it, it is finally sunny day here."

Why did you not read it in the sun?

Hello!
The Great Gatsby was one of my most hated reads of all time, which is probably undeserved, but I had to read it three years in a row in school surrounded by people who hated reading classics. Basically the standard soul-crushing American English classroom experience, but one after another, again and again. I'm glad someone else enjoys it to balance me out, because it is not a badly written book.

Crystal wrote: "I have had a copy of this sitting on my bookshelf for years, so now I'm finally going to read it.

There's a classics read-a-thon next week, so I'm going to try to just power through the whole th..."

It's funny how some books can just linger there for months.

Where is this classic read-a-thon? Is this a thing in your area, or an internet activity?

It's monthly strategy checkup time! Are you reading this month's book, and if so how are you going about it? Whether it's grabbing an e-book before bed, listening to an audio version on the way to work, or borrowing a library copy to read at a picnic table, share your planned method of consumption here, or ask for advice from those who have already started.

Jessica wrote: "Hello, I'm Jessica from New Jersey. I love classic literature and fantasy (classic fantasy, anyone?). Crime and Punishment was my first serious delve into classic literature about 10 years ago, and..."
Hello Jessica. I have seen said movie around but not watched it, and been very perturbed as to how ocean-bound thievery was possible in a race that is airborne, I must admit.

Janelle wrote: "Hi! My name is Janelle. I'm from North Carolina. I joined this group because I wanted to challenge myself as a reader and expand my horizons. Hopefully this will be fun!"

Hello!

Sydney wrote: "Hello~ My name is Sydney and I am from the Chicago-land area. I have many favorites, but I have a never-ending obsessions with the Harry Potter series and The Princess Bride. I joined this group to..."

Hello, Sydney! Doesn't everyone have a Harry Potter obsession? Welcome to CWAtC.

Peter wrote: "I am Peter from Tokyo, originally from Ohio.
Favorites, I have ... 70 and counting. Let's say JR by William Gaddis (But I think to really enjoy it you have to read it aloud the whole way through, t..."

Hello Peter. I've not been to the Morphtastic thread recently, apparently it's doing quite well.

Tiffany wrote: "Tiffany from Oklahoma. Can never narrow down a favorite. I love the classics and fantasy. Joined because it's hard to find interest in the classics from local clubs. Have been watching Orphan Black."
Hello!

Mark wrote: "Mark
Suburbs of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (NYC transplant)
Reader of non-fiction, focused on Western canon, wanting to read good fiction
The last non-fiction books I finished: Hostile Takeover by ..."
Hello!

Hazel wrote: "Name:Hazel Cartwright
I'm from Northern California,
my Favorite books are Romance & Humor,Love the author J.R Ward
I joined this group to chat with people who have similar views.
What is the last p..."
Hello!



So many newbies, so little time! Welcome everybody.

Ishita wrote: "I'd like an in !
I'll update my books later, can I ? :)"

Of course, you've got a full six months before anything needs to be finished.
Think you can make that deadline? ;)

Karen wrote: "Hallelujah! I am finally finished with this one - what a marathon this has been. I liked it; I'm glad I read it - stuck with it to the end. I think there were many better books written in the 19th ..."
You're definitely not the last to finish, as I have read that a lot of people decided it was not worth it, so thanks for putting in a spoiler warning. The last chapter was a bit befuddling, combined with the rest of it.

Emma wrote: "Hi, I'm Emma and I'm from Ireland. Some of my favourite books are She's Come Undone, Lolita, Perfume: The Story of a Murderer, The Blind Assassin, and Candide. At the moment I'm reading The Master ..."
Hello Emma. May I compliment you on your amazing favourite list? It is quite attractive.

Caroline wrote: "Hi, I'm Caroline from Warwickshire. I particularly enjoy reading the classics, my favourite author is Wilkie Collins. I joined the group because I am interested in reading more contemporary novels ..."

Hello Caroline. Welcome.

Fiona wrote: "Name: Fiona
Where you are from: UK
Favorite books/author/genre: I love many children's and YA books, and the novels of Jane Austen and the Bronte sisters.
Just finishing my MA in Publishing and no..."
Hello!

D.M.L wrote: "Hi, My name is Riya

I love books so much that I am in the library 24/7 and intern there as well.

I read science fiction, fantasy, historical, mystery, thriller, poetry, and of course classics. A..."

Hello!

Our reviewing system is divided between a donation box, a library bag, and a bookshelf. You don't have to follow this system, but it is a bit of fun. Post your reviews here please.

Lisa wrote: "There were a lot of characters in the book so I had to look up who was who on the internet to keep things straight. Overall, this was a great read, albeit a bit sad with Margaret’s parents and Mr...."

Please put spoiler warnings on your post!!!

Mandi wrote: "Name: Mandi
Where you are from: Delaware
Favorite books/author/genre: pretty eclectic but have been really into the Dystopian books lately :)
Why you're here: Because I love books.
What is the last..."
Hello Mandi. You have now become my new best friend. You have no choice in this.