IB's 2015 Old & New Classics Challenge

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Jessica wrote: "IB what did you think of North and South. I'm about half way through and loving it so far??"

Oh, Jessica, I really loved North and South. It has some similar things with Pride and Prejudice, but I think it's only Margaret and Mr. Thornton's parts. I'm glad you're loving it!

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Desertorum wrote: "I still don´t see why Hemingway is so popular. I do have to admit I have read only to of his books (The Old Man and the Sea and short story collection) but I didn´t like them at all. Maybe I should..."

I've only read London's White Fang and it was okay for me. I guess I should read more of his stuff.

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Bob wrote: "IB, I too am sorry for hijacking your challenge thread. It’s always interesting seeing where conversations will pop up, I do apologize. "

Pink wrote: "IB, sorry for turning your challenge thread into a Hemingway discussion! "

It's quite alright. I'm getting more information or insights on him anyways. I thought Hemingway would be on the same level as Steinbeck--and I dislike Steinbeck a bit--and your thoughts/opinions seemed to provide me at least to give Hemingway a chance.

I hope I worded that correctly.

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I think you worded that perfectly. I can only say my personal experiences with Hemingway. He might be worth trying something else, or he might not be for you, nothing wrong with that, we all have different tastes. I've certainly read a lot of good authors that I haven't got on with at all.

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I agree, Pink.

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I think this challenge is complete with eight books that I've read. Although, I'm trying to finish the two books that I have left by the end of this month.