Susan Nussbaum's debut novel, winner of the PEN/Bellwether Prize for Socially Engaged Fiction, is, as Rosellen Brown says, "a celebration of...
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I was thoroughly engaged while reading this book, and at times it was almost too dark and gross for me. There is the possibility to be offended, although it is more of an intense experience of fun and mystery than anything else.
A fun and obscure view of Portland. Recommended for those who want to explore Portland in a different way, or for those who are just curious about what is on the unbeaten path.
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Pretty well written, Steinbeck shares an interesting tale with an intensely historical perspective. The intensity comes from the dark time in history, filled with cultural and economic depth. There are dull points, where the descriptions are more wordy than necessary unless the reader truly cannot get enough of that particular point in time.
Most excellent. This book clearly guides the reader through the ins and outs of communication throughout history, including highlights of significant innovations and cultural implications. The communications examples open up the reader to how to excel and engage individuals and groups in the real world in a fun and fantastic way.
Gloria Steinem led the good fight through many struggles for feminism and equality. This book shares an inside look at what each story and struggle looked like, with attention to detail regarding the timing.
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Invisible Monsters by Chuck Palahniuk
Kristina Mageau, August 30, 2012
I was thoroughly engaged while reading this book, and at times it was almost too dark and gross for me. There is the possibility to be offended, although it is more of an intense experience of fun and mystery than anything else.Fugitives and Refugees: A Walk in Portland, Oregon by Chuck Palahniuk
Kristina Mageau, August 30, 2012
A fun and obscure view of Portland. Recommended for those who want to explore Portland in a different way, or for those who are just curious about what is on the unbeaten path.(1 of 2 readers found this comment helpful)
The Grapes of Wrath (Penguin Classics) by John Steinbeck
Kristina Mageau, August 30, 2012
Pretty well written, Steinbeck shares an interesting tale with an intensely historical perspective. The intensity comes from the dark time in history, filled with cultural and economic depth. There are dull points, where the descriptions are more wordy than necessary unless the reader truly cannot get enough of that particular point in time.Cognitive Surplus: How Technology Makes Consumers Into Collaborators by Clay Shirky
Kristina Mageau, August 30, 2012
Most excellent. This book clearly guides the reader through the ins and outs of communication throughout history, including highlights of significant innovations and cultural implications. The communications examples open up the reader to how to excel and engage individuals and groups in the real world in a fun and fantastic way.Outrageous acts and everyday rebellions by Gloria Steinem
Kristina Mageau, August 19, 2012
Gloria Steinem led the good fight through many struggles for feminism and equality. This book shares an inside look at what each story and struggle looked like, with attention to detail regarding the timing.1-5 of 33next