The perfect mystery for the book lover. Creepy, with great twists and turns, and a main character that any book nerd will love. Especially great for lovers of classic British fictiona ala the Bronte sisters. Highly recommended.
A very good popular history of Tibet. It blends Laird's frame story of interviewing the Dalai Lama in Dharamsala, his historical research, and the Dalai Lama's unique personal perspective on Tibetan history. Excellent, and very readable.
This is a surprisingly reverent exploration of the Bible as well as the customs of those who believe in it literally. It's fascinating to watch Jacobs transform bit by bit through this exploration.
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The Thirteenth Tale: A Novel by Diane Setterfield
Amanda Schaefer, October 13, 2009
The perfect mystery for the book lover. Creepy, with great twists and turns, and a main character that any book nerd will love. Especially great for lovers of classic British fictiona ala the Bronte sisters. Highly recommended.The Story of Tibet: Conversations with the Dalai Lama by Thomas Laird
Amanda Schaefer, August 4, 2009
A very good popular history of Tibet. It blends Laird's frame story of interviewing the Dalai Lama in Dharamsala, his historical research, and the Dalai Lama's unique personal perspective on Tibetan history. Excellent, and very readable.An Arsonist's Guide to Writers' Homes in New England by Brock Clarke
Amanda Schaefer, January 31, 2009
A darkly funny and touching novel about literature and the trials of family, with a great mystery novel feeling.(2 of 3 readers found this comment helpful)
Augustus: The Life of Rome's First Emperor by Anthony Everitt
Amanda Schaefer, January 29, 2009
A fascinating look at not only the great historical figure, but also the history and culture that produced him.(1 of 2 readers found this comment helpful)
The Year of Living Biblically: One Man's Humble Quest to Follow the Bible as Literally as Possible by A. J. Jacobs
Amanda Schaefer, January 2, 2009
This is a surprisingly reverent exploration of the Bible as well as the customs of those who believe in it literally. It's fascinating to watch Jacobs transform bit by bit through this exploration.(0 of 4 readers found this comment helpful)
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