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This weeks topic is 10 Books. Totally open for interpretation.
So easy for me. Simply looking at the basket of books near my bed makes me chuckle. "Eclectic" is the perfect definition. So here are some of the titles of the crazy selection of books I have awaiting me. (I'm fully prepared to face the fact that there are one or two I may never actually read. Ahem.)
1. The Ruins Of Us - Keija Parssinen. This one is actually my 'next to read'. I promised myself I'd finish the one I was already reading when I first got it. But then I picked up the next one in that series. So, this one is next. (By the way, I won this over at Good Day, Regular People a while back!!! How cool is that?)
2. Which leads us to... The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo and the second in the series, The Girl Who Played With Fire. These are the two that got in the way of reading #1 when it arrived. I know there's a third, but I'm going to read #1 on this list first!
3. ChiRunning - Danny Dreyer. It's a running book about a particular form of running, which is basically get the heck off your heel strike (goodbye, plantar fasciitis) and get up forward on you mid or forefoot.
4. I Myself Have Seen It - Susanna Moore. "The Myth of Hawai'i" It delves beyond the tourist view of the islands into the "rich history and fascinating culture of the real Hawai'i". It came highly recommended by some friends from Maui.
5. Flags of Our Fathers - James Bradley. (Okay, Flyboys is there, too.) I bought it because I happen to have met the author's brother professionally. I still haven't read it, and it's since been made into a movie directed by Clint Eastwood. I haven't seen the movie either, because I want to read the book first. That might happen one day soon. *clears throat*
6. Omnivore's Dilemna and In Defense of Food - Michael Pollan. Yes, I am a food-source fanatic. (That was a nice way of putting it.) And I'm healthier for it. I'll talk about it anywhere, anytime. You've been warned.
7. Thank You Power - Deborah Norville. One of many feel good, self help books in my library.
8. Annie Freeman's Fabulous Traveling Funeral - Kirs Radish. I borrowed it from my cousin... oh... two years ago, maybe? Still haven't read it.
9. Naked - David Sedaris. One of three I have by him. Everyone needs some light, funny tales once in a while.
10. A History of the World in 6 Glasses - Tom Standage. My son had to read this book for school a year ago. Or two. Yes, I had to sign a permission slip because it the book discusses the origins of beer, wine and spirits, in addition to coffee, tea and cola. It looked so interesting that we bought a copy ourselves. I'll read it soon. I swear.
I could go on and on. Three more running books. Piles of self-help books. More health books. A bible. Books exploring religion. Don't Sweat The Small Stuff books. And lots and lots of crime novels.
I do love reading time!
***Ally
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16 comments:
I am a big fan of Michael Pollan.
I like your eclectic list very much.
Wow, you weren't kidding. What a selection. (like I can talk) Here's to more reading time.
Yeah you don't want to see my bookshelves. Mainly religion inspired though but my author style varies. The only thing I could say they have in common is that they all understand Jesus us not contained in a denomination or doctrine. He is contained in us, it's not about religion its about relationship.
I have a similar eclectic pile, which now includes several books on celiac disease and the paleo diet. Then there's my Kindle... but let's not go there.
Very interesting list!
I loved your list; you reminded me to download some David Sedaris...
Very interesting list. I only know of two books on your list. Ahem. But #8 sounds like something I would love. Let me know...
I always have a stack or pile next to my side of the bed as well, that's like my "I swear I am going to find time to read these books" pile :) I have not read Girl With The Dragon Tattoo but that one may have to be added to the pile soon! Great list!
I'm surprised that I haven't heard of most of those. I have read all of the Dragon Tattoo books, although I thought the second one was a bit slow. I will definitely have to check those out!
Most of those books, I am unaware. I'm finding through this week's lists my own to read pile is growing uncontrollably large!
Wow you seem very well read. Awesome! I want to check out your number 7, Thank you Power. I could use a little self help feel good right now.
Have a great week Ally!
I'm way behind on what I have on my bookshelf, but I'm nearly positive that I have the audio of Naked there. Also, I got The Omnivore's Dilemma from the library once but I didn't finish it before it was due and I never checked it back out. However, it was super interesting and a little bit unnerving.
I read most often on my Kindle, and it's crazy how many samples I have waiting for me so that I don't forget about books I want to read. I may need to add some of these, too!
Wow. WIth the exception of Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and Naked, these books are new to me. Furiously scribbling, Erin
With the exception of Girl and Naked, these books are new to me. Great list. Can't wait to read, Erin
The world would be a better place if everyone read Omnivore's Dilemma and In Defense of Food, don't you think? Maybe it should be required reading in high school or something. Like you, I will talk about food as medicine and nutrition as a cure-all until I'm blue in the face. Fantastic books.
Am I the only one that had a hard time with the Dragon Tattoo books? I read the first one, and while the horrible attack scenes were bad, I was able to keep going. The second book, though, was just too much for me! That poor girl. I literally had to take breaks from it because it was too violent, and this is coming from someone who ranks The Sopranos in the top 5 shows ever.
I love te GIrl/ Tattoo Series! I also own a couple ChiRunning books. And, of course, enjoy Michael Pollan-esque books. Great list!
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