True to the preface, this book was compiled of various essays that strove to prove enfreakment of the Victorian era. Much of it was either rambling orTrue to the preface, this book was compiled of various essays that strove to prove enfreakment of the Victorian era. Much of it was either rambling or monotonous, but often there were rays of interest. I chose audio and it was apparent the narrator had no experience with foreign languages. ...more
I have never seen the movie, and I avoided all conversations about it, so I had no idea what this book was about. Imagine my surprise! What a poignantI have never seen the movie, and I avoided all conversations about it, so I had no idea what this book was about. Imagine my surprise! What a poignant point of view to have taken- the courageous rebel alliance. I'm biting my tongue in this review. I have one word for you- DEAD
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟for purely sentimental reasons When I was small there was a Japanese anime version of The Little Mermaid that would occasionally play on tv (chan🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟for purely sentimental reasons When I was small there was a Japanese anime version of The Little Mermaid that would occasionally play on tv (channel 41 WDRB) on Sunday afternoon. This became my first exposure to a movie "princess" there was no Disney VHS when I was a child. I fell in love ❤️ with Prince Christopher along with the mermaid in the story. Little did I know that not too much younger than I had been, my daughter would do the same thing with a Prince Eric. This story is timeless and guarantees to touch every little girl's heart. This author did an excellent job of now reaching our more adult ones'. I could read this again and again and feel the anguish, cry the tears, stare in awe, celebrate and turn to foam. I loved it!...more
2.5 stars A very greedy man takes a young lady just discovering life as his wife just to exploit her mind and talents on an archeological dig at Troy2.5 stars A very greedy man takes a young lady just discovering life as his wife just to exploit her mind and talents on an archeological dig at Troy He takes and takes until he breaks everything including himself A moral tale of what selfishness can destroy ...more
"It seems cowardly, getting old. Don't you think?"
I greatly enjoy retellings of fairy tales, and this one has become one of my favorites. It's told fr"It seems cowardly, getting old. Don't you think?"
I greatly enjoy retellings of fairy tales, and this one has become one of my favorites. It's told from the point-of-view of Tinkerbell and tells the story of the relationship between Tiger Lily and Peter Pan. It begins as a friendship between a tomboy who refuses to meet her future within her tribe and a boy who refuses to grow up while still leading his tribe. It eventually leads to love just as Lily is to be wed to the bully, Giant and Pan meets Wendy, a charming girly-girl Lily's exact opposite who charms the Lost Boys who are all looking for a mother. A modern aspect is Lily's loving father Tick Tock, a transvestite who is challenged and disrespected by his tribe's members. Lily loves him with all of her heart, but she learns her love is not enough to protect his shaman's heart. It's a beautiful yet tragic subplot. Hook and the other pirates play a part in the story as well as the crocodile. I recommend this story for all readers who want to be a Toys R Us kid. ...more
Just when I thought the introduction was over, the book ended. Way too short considering the legend I learned he practiced homosexuality and killed DarJust when I thought the introduction was over, the book ended. Way too short considering the legend I learned he practiced homosexuality and killed Darius ...more
I debated-3 or 4? Couldn't really decide The author started really well timeline, noted personalities all explained Events begin antebellum period soI debated-3 or 4? Couldn't really decide The author started really well timeline, noted personalities all explained Events begin antebellum period so the true beginning of the railways But eventually they all start running together and the author is in no way to blame. It's those damn avaricious rail Barons eating away at territory and the small establishments. But this book is truly an excellent historical reference. As the rails are built, wars are fought, laws are passed, presidents are elected. And our country grows Really an interesting story ...more
I enjoyed Songs of Innocence and Experience as well as a few pieces at the beginning. One poem in particular "Little Lamb" would be perfect framed inI enjoyed Songs of Innocence and Experience as well as a few pieces at the beginning. One poem in particular "Little Lamb" would be perfect framed in a baby's room. But the last set of poems were just too religious for my taste. I have a feeling Blake may have debated with CS Lewis. That would have been interesting to witness. ...more
3.5 perhaps? As Beautiful Creatures has a focus on the people involved in the casting drama Beautiful Darkness has focus on revelations; discoveries a3.5 perhaps? As Beautiful Creatures has a focus on the people involved in the casting drama Beautiful Darkness has focus on revelations; discoveries and continuations of dark vs light. New characters are introduced and old favorites stick around with an additional surprise (thank goodness). I didn't enjoy this book as much as book one because it was slow to action, but once it picked up the pace I was hooked. ...more
I'm a cradle Hoosier so of course I now love this book Otherwise, thank goodness I read the synopsis before delving into this classic, or I would haveI'm a cradle Hoosier so of course I now love this book Otherwise, thank goodness I read the synopsis before delving into this classic, or I would have been totally confused. I'm glad I read this, but no way could I rehash the plot. It's reminiscent of Brave New World with nukes ...more
Chloe is a complete pain in my ass These books are terrible I just want to know how the authors play this out, but they are so literarily weak i dont kChloe is a complete pain in my ass These books are terrible I just want to know how the authors play this out, but they are so literarily weak i dont know if I can last...more
It's astounding to me how simplified hawking can phrase these theories, this time related to quantum physics. He begins with basic principles and builIt's astounding to me how simplified hawking can phrase these theories, this time related to quantum physics. He begins with basic principles and builds from there so the reader has a base from which to begin. Gravity is a focus. Terms are defined at the end. Antimatter is discussed as well as the expansion of the universe. I need to break down and just buy all of his books. ...more
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