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[Mike, Assisting Moderator US Forces]

'Aussie Rick' wrote: "Tony wrote: "None here either. In fact the other week my wife reorganised her books - to free up more space for me!!"

Can you get your wife to have a talk to mine please? :)"

And mine?

[Liam]

I just saw this news item about the Argentine submarine which was lost at sea last year. As I recall, several of us were following that horribly tragic story at the time...

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/...

[Liz V.]

Liam wrote: "I just saw this news item about the Argentine submarine which was lost at sea last year. As I recall, several of us were following that horribly tragic story at the time...
https://www.msn.com/en-..."

Sad that the families had to raise money to continue the search.

There seems to be some debate about a spy versus training mission--the former allegedly delaying use of British SAR capabilities. Would it also have entailed misdirection as to the area to be searched?

['Aussie Rick', Moderator]

I'm heading off down the coast for a few days with limited internet access. I'll try and check in when I can otherwise I'll catch up when I get home.

[Dj]

'Aussie Rick' wrote: "I'm heading off down the coast for a few days with limited internet access. I'll try and check in when I can otherwise I'll catch up when I get home."

You know, you should give a longer lead time. Makes it easier for me to raid your Library

Thanks for your consideration.

LOL

['Aussie Rick', Moderator]

It's all under lock and key! :)

[Dj]

'Aussie Rick' wrote: "It's all under lock and key! :)"

Pfffftttttt, like that is a problem.

[happy]

Don't forget the Wine Cellar :)

[Dj]

happy wrote: "Don't forget the Wine Cellar :)"

I don't drink Wine. That is why Aussie never knows I have been snooping his library. No stains on the pages.

LOL

['Aussie Rick', Moderator]

Good one Dj! 😁

[Positive Kate]

Have fun at the coast, Rick!

['Aussie Rick', Moderator]

Thanks April :)

[Liz V.]

It turns out that there is a word for those of us with TBR collections that cannot reasonably be conquered--tsundoku. I came across this word on www.mysteryreadersinc.blogspot.com (misspelled). I've come across a lot of tsundokus in this group.

['Aussie Rick', Moderator]

Liz V. wrote: "It turns out that there is a word for those of us with TBR collections that cannot reasonably be conquered--tsundoku. I came across this word on www.mysteryreadersinc.blogspot.com (misspelled). I'v..."

I'm one! :)

[Nita]

I'm one, too!

['Aussie Rick', Moderator]

Join the club :)

[happy]

Dj wrote: "happy wrote: "Don't forget the Wine Cellar :)"

I don't drink Wine. That is why Aussie never knows I have been snooping his library. No stains on the pages.

LOL"

As it happens, neither do I. I have the same success with respect to the library :)

[Liz V.]

'Aussie Rick' wrote: "Liz V. wrote: "It turns out that there is a word for those of us with TBR collections that cannot reasonably be conquered--tsundoku. I came across this word on www.mysteryreadersinc.blogspot.com (m..."

I've gone astray. One masters tsundoku, rather than being one.

[Dj]

Liz V. wrote: "It turns out that there is a word for those of us with TBR collections that cannot reasonably be conquered--tsundoku. I came across this word on www.mysteryreadersinc.blogspot.com (misspelled). I'v..."

I can Conquer my TBR lists, it is only about 1100.

Wait.

What?

Okay maybe not.

[Leigh]

Liz V. wrote: "It turns out that there is a word for those of us with TBR collections that cannot reasonably be conquered--tsundoku. I came across this word on www.mysteryreadersinc.blogspot.com (misspelled). I'v..."

I will Master my TBR list once they stop printing new books and second hand bookshop close and then I have a hope...

[Mike, Assisting Moderator US Forces]

We are all aware of St Vith and its role in the Battle of the Bulge but here is a more pleasant reason to make a visit. Definitely have to stop next time I am in the area.

http://www.selfreliancecentral.com/20...

[Jonny]

Saddened to hear of the passing of Stan Lee today. Aside from anything else, he's provided a load of laughs and fun for us over the past few years.

[Tony]

Jonny wrote: "Saddened to hear of the passing of Stan Lee today. Aside from anything else, he's provided a load of laughs and fun for us over the past few years."

Me too, his comics were a huge part of my childhood (which some say has yet to end...).

[Mike, Assisting Moderator US Forces]

Always a game of "I Spy" in the movies for Stan Lee, sad to have him go west.

[Liz V.]

BBC reports ARA San Juan wreckage found at close to 3000 feet of water and appears to have imploded.

[Liz V.]

Happy 250th birthday to Encyclopedia Britannica. Per UPI, first published on December. 6, 1768.

[Boudewijn]

Not WOII related, but just wanted to share that I am currently immersed in the "Accursed Kings" books from Maurice Druon. For anyone who liked Game of Thrones, I am sure they will enjoy this one as well. In fact, according to George R Martin, this series formed an inspiration for it.

[Liam]

The posts above regarding Stan Lee's passing reminded me, I don't know if others are aware, but the brilliant scholar and writer Walter Laqueur died at the end of September. He wrote many fascinating books on European history & politics, the Middle East, guerrilla warfare, terrorism and also one of the best memoirs I've ever read: ...

[Manray9]

Liam wrote: "The posts above regarding Stan Lee's passing reminded me, I don't know if others are aware, but the brilliant scholar and writer Walter Laqueur died at the end of September. He wrote ..."

Thanks for mentioning Laqueur's death. Back in the seventies I read:

Guerrilla: A historical and critical study.

[zed]

Liam wrote: " Walter Laqueur "

Had never heard of him. Thanks for the heads up.

[Colin]

Laqueur was required reading in my post graduate studies on insurgency warfare, and my students became well aware of his work.

[Jonny]

Just time left to wish one and all a Happy Christmas! All the best folks...

[Mike, Assisting Moderator US Forces]

Merry Christmas to all who celebrate and Happy Holidays to our members who may observe other traditions.

[happy]

I want to echo Mike sentiments

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all.

May the New Year find you healthy, safe and with a lot of books to keep you occupied :)

[Dj]

So in the Sci-Fi group they have the TBR challenge for next year posted. Here were my choices. Seems I might need to put more Sci-Fi in my TBR...or maybe not.


Dj | 769 comments1. Oldest book

Miracle at Midway Miracle at Midway by Gordon W. Prange
I have about six books that could be classified as the oldest in my TBR list by the date that I entered them. I went with this one. I have been wanting to read it for some time now.

2. Work of art

Heart of Darkness by Joseph Conrad
Heart of Darkness

I suppose I could have put this in either of the Art choices, but I put it here. I have read it in the dim and dusty path, but I have been wanting to have another look at it.


3. Novella or short story collection

Beginnings
Beginnings (Worlds of Honor, #6) by David Weber

This is a collection of Honor Harrington stories. Well, set in the same universe at any rate. I think this is the sixth set of short stories. Some are by Weber, but many are by other authors.

4. Title is a question

You Said What? Lies and Propaganda Throughout History by Bill Fawcett
You Said What?: Lies and Propaganda Throughout History

I have so few books that are an actual question that I thought that this one might have found its time.


5. Ugly cover (and please share it!)

Triplanetary
Triplanetary (Lensman, #1) by E.E. "Doc" Smith

dusty old sci-fi. I am still hoping to finish it.


6. Has inspired other art forms

Alice's Adventures in Wonderland & Through the Looking-Glass by Lewis Carroll
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland & Through the Looking-Glass

Another classic I have been hoping to get around to reading. This is a great opportunity for that. I know I will be getting in for some disappointment during the Tea Party.
Since the Door Mouse doesn't say, 'Feed Your head', or 'Twinkle, Twinkle Little Bat.'

7. Your initials are in the title

Dark, Witch & Creamy
Dark, Witch & Creamy (Bewitched by Chocolate #1) by H.Y. Hanna

This is one that I picked up for free along the line. Mostly due to the title. So now I guess I have to reward it for having initials for my first and last name.

8. A book recommended to you
Custer Died for Your Sins An Indian Manifesto by Vine Deloria Jr.
Custer Died for Your Sins: An Indian Manifesto

Not usually in my wheelhouse, but it was recommended and I did put it on the list. So...

9. A book that intimidates you

Crime and Punishment
Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoyevsky

Okay, so it is massive and supposed to be somewhat depressive.
What's not to be intimidated by?

10. Reminds you of a song

Cat's Cradle by Kurt Vonnegut
Cat's Cradle

Here's to hoping this book aged better than the song did.


11. Buddy read (do not need to participate)

I am holding off on this one.


12. Book with a luck symbol

Seven Days In January: With the 6th SS Mountain Division in Operation Nordwind
Seven Days In January With the 6th SS Mountain Division in Operation Nordwind by Wolf T. Zoepf

The luck symbol is on the cover, it is the white flower, called an Edelweiss.

13. The 6th book

The Path to Victory The Mediterranean Theater in World War II by Douglas Porch
The Path to Victory: The Mediterranean Theater in World War II

So this is about Allied Opertions in the Med During World War II. So far it has been gathering dust on a bookshelf since I bought it.

14. Last in a series

The Guns at Last Light: The War in Western Europe, 1944-1945
The Guns at Last Light The War in Western Europe, 1944-1945 by Rick Atkinson

The last of a trilogy of books written on US involvement in WWII. Actually been looking to read this one for some time.

15. One Hit Wonder

Panzer Commander The Memoirs of Colonel Hans von Luck by Hans von Luck
Panzer Commander: The Memoirs of Colonel Hans von Luck

He only ever wrote the one book, so that made it somewhat easy

16. Hidden Gem

The Cult of Unicorns
The Cult of Unicorns (Penny White #2) by Chrys Cymri

It only has 57 reviews on Goodreads, seems a little hidden

17. Someplace you want to go

Company Commander The Classic Infantry Memoir of World War II by Charles B. MacDonald
Company Commander: The Classic Infantry Memoir of World War II

The Battle of the Bulge, the main focus of this book was fought in the Ardennes Forest, which while I would like to go a tour the battlefield, is also a honeymoon destination in Europe, The scenary is suposed to be fantastic.

Although recently I did hear someone compare it favorably to Oregon where I live. I sort of hope not.

18. Get On the Bandwagon

Old Man's War
Old Man's War (Old Man's War, #1) by John Scalzi

So I am not sure how much of a Bandwagon this is, but I have only read one other book by the author and they do seem to be fairly popular here.

19. Words in Title in Alphabetical Order

Ensign Flandry (Flandry, #1) by Poul Anderson
Ensign Flandry

Seems about time to knuckle down and finish this.

20. Graphic or illustrated novel

['Aussie Rick', Moderator]

Merry Christmas to all from sunny Australia :)

[Dj]

'Aussie Rick' wrote: "Merry Christmas to all from sunny Australia :)"

Imagine yourself in a head lock with someone using a fist to smoke your hair.

Although the Merry Critstmas is very thoughtful. Thanks

[Doubledf99.99]

Merry Christmas from the ROK, where all is quiet and not even a bird is stirring.

[Marc]

Merry Christmas to all who are celebrating the holiday today! It's nice and sunny here in San Francisco Bay Area, although more rain is expected soon.

Enjoy the day, eat and drink responsibly, and by all means, read a few pages!

[Dj]

A Christmas wish for one and all.

Peace on Earth
Goodwill towards Man

[Liam]

Well, it is now actually the day after Christmas here in Detroit & Boxing Day across the river in Canada, so I hope everyone is having an enjoyable holiday season!

Manray9- that book was my introduction to Laqueur also, a few years later (I read it for the first time around 1985 or so).

À propos Marc's comment above- driving home on Christmas Eve after dinner with my wife's family, we saw some jackass who was so damned drunk that he was using up all three eastbound lanes of I-94. Luckily, our exit came up pretty quickly, but it was terrifying to watch people flying past at 70 or 80 mph, while the drunk swerved back and forth across the highway...

[Liz V.]

Research has shown that most New Year's resolutions are broken by January 12th. But with this group and the following resolutions?

I resolve not to buy any books until I have conquered Mt. TBR.
I resolve not to tempt my dog with walks past bookstores.
I resolve to build those bookshelves.
I resolve to unpack all of my books.
I resolve to organize all of my books.
I resolve to dispose of surplus books.
***

Happy New Year!

[Leigh]

Liz V. wrote: "Research has shown that most New Year's resolutions are broken by January 12th. But with this group and the following resolutions?

I resolve not to buy any books until I have conquered Mt. TBR.
I ..."

I like your endeavour Liz but I am sure if I took that on I would be setting myself up for disappointment, and I abhor self disappointment.

So I am resolve that my TBR Mountain will grow and that my addiction has no limits until the Mrs says so...

Hope everyone has a Happy New Year!!

[Charles]

Liz V. wrote: "Research has shown that most New Year's resolutions are broken by January 12th. But with this group and the following resolutions?

I resolve not to buy any books until I have conquered Mt. TBR.
I ..."

One trick I found this year for getting through the hard-copy mountain of books was to put a certain number of hard-copy titles in my reading challenge, and a (much) lower number of audio books as the gap. My audible subscription is for one audio book a month, so 12 audio books and then 23 hard-copy titles. Worked to an extent.....

[Dimitri]

Liz V. wrote: "... But with this group and the following resolutions? - I resolve not to buy any books until I have conquered Mt. TBR."

Liz, we're as useful as Walter White in that respect, I'm afraid.
Happy New Year to all - and you, A.R., you're always ahead of the game! And our prominent member from Singapore will not be far behind!

[Manray9]

Liz V. wrote: "Research has shown that most New Year's resolutions are broken by January 12th. But with this group and the following resolutions?

I resolve not to buy any books until I have conquered Mt. TBR.
I ..."

Okay...January 14th in your case.

[Manray9]

Several years ago I decided to reduce Mount TBR by reading six books per year from my own shelves based on an annual theme. I've done so, but for every six I read I buy a dozen more. It's hopeless without the resolve to stop clicking on Amazon, ABE, Wordery, Thriftbooks, Wonder Books, Edward R. Hamilton, Alibris, Powell's, etc., etc., etc.

[Dj]

Liz V. wrote: "Research has shown that most New Year's resolutions are broken by January 12th. But with this group and the following resolutions?

I resolve not to buy any books until I have conquered Mt. TBR.
I ..."

So for that last one, would you like my address?

['Aussie Rick', Moderator]

I have given up on any new year resolutions concerning books as I know that I can't see them out. 2019 has started off quietly for me so far and its going to be another warm day here in Australia. I wish all the group members all the best for 2019, may it be a great and happy year.

[zed]

Happy New Year everyone.