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Philip K. Dick: A 'plastic' paradox - latimes.com
Philip K. Dick: A 'plastic' paradox - latimes.com
Philip K. Dick is an interesting writer. I've read quite a few of his novels, but can't say I'm a huge fan. But, he did lead an interesting life and wrote some of the most creative novels of all time. I guess his creativity is what I value most from his work.
Philip K. Dick is an interesting writer. I've read quite a few of his novels, but can't say I'm a huge fan. But, he did lead an interesting life and wrote some of the most creative novels of all time. I guess his creativity is what I value most from his work.
The Iliad and what it can still tell us about war | Books | The Guardian
The Iliad and what it can still tell us about war Books The Guardian
This is an amazing write-up of the Iliad. Even if you don't feel like reading the whole book it is well worth the time to read. It touches on the feel of the story and takes me back to the first time I read it.
This is an amazing write-up of the Iliad. Even if you don't feel like reading the whole book it is well worth the time to read. It touches on the feel of the story and takes me back to the first time I read it.
Nov 10, 2009
Why do people gush over Proust? I'd rather visit a demented relative | Germaine Greer | Culture | The Guardian
Why do people gush over Proust? I'd rather visit a demented relative Germaine Greer Culture The Guardian
I love this articel by Germaine Greer. I too have failed to grasp the greatness of Proust. I've tried to read the first book many times, and even tried to listen to it on the Naxos audiobook. Nothing works. I tend to forget the point of what I'm reading by the time I get to the end, something that is compounded listening to it in audiobook form. I think many of the people who claim to love Proust are fibbing or have never read it at all.
I love this articel by Germaine Greer. I too have failed to grasp the greatness of Proust. I've tried to read the first book many times, and even tried to listen to it on the Naxos audiobook. Nothing works. I tend to forget the point of what I'm reading by the time I get to the end, something that is compounded listening to it in audiobook form. I think many of the people who claim to love Proust are fibbing or have never read it at all.
Aug 15, 2009
Lee Siegel on the End of Episode Books and Novels - WSJ.com
This is a great article about narrative versus episodic stories. It really makes a writer ponder the direction of the work they are working on.
I can't recommend it enough.
This is a great article about narrative versus episodic stories. It really makes a writer ponder the direction of the work they are working on.
I can't recommend it enough.
Aug 14, 2009
Is Author Richard Russo a Misogynist? Newsweek Books Newsweek.com
Newsweek has officially become a liberal opinion mag, nothing wrong with that, but this article is hilarious. Richard Russo is a misogynist? Really? He may have some holes in his abilities (all authors do) but to attribute it to sexism is crazy. The author of this article finally 'fesses up to this at the end. So, I guess this article's main purpose was to fire up the liberal base.
Newsweek has officially become a liberal opinion mag, nothing wrong with that, but this article is hilarious. Richard Russo is a misogynist? Really? He may have some holes in his abilities (all authors do) but to attribute it to sexism is crazy. The author of this article finally 'fesses up to this at the end. So, I guess this article's main purpose was to fire up the liberal base.
Sony Plans to Adopt Common Format for E-Books - NYTimes.com
Great news in the e-publishing world. Sony will adopt a major standard for ebooks. When will Amazon join in? Not soon in my opinion. But, this is the first in a necessary move in the industry. It may take a few years but we'll have our own .mp3 format eventually.
Great news in the e-publishing world. Sony will adopt a major standard for ebooks. When will Amazon join in? Not soon in my opinion. But, this is the first in a necessary move in the industry. It may take a few years but we'll have our own .mp3 format eventually.
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