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Virgin Suicides
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Jeffrey Eugenides
christijensen
, October 19, 2006
This is Eugenides rookie novel. Not necessarily the best-written book of all time, but the imagery is worth the time spent. Anyone who was a kid in the 70's-80's will absolutely be transported. Beautiful.
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Middlesex
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Jeffrey Eugenides
christijensen
, October 19, 2006
Adult-themed, but definitely a Pulitzer story. Will not even lend out my copy because I'm afraid of losing it. Bought this as an off-hand summer read and was mesmerized. Do yourself a favor.
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All the Pretty Horses
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Cormac McCarthy
christijensen
, October 19, 2006
Don't be put off this book by the not-so-great movie. This was a wonderful book. The journey that the main character and his friend take is worth every page, alone. The book actually contavins two stories, thejourney and what happens at the other end. This is a lifetime favorite.
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The Known World
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Edward P. Jones
christijensen
, October 19, 2006
I can't tell you how incredibly real this book is. It is as if all of these exact events actually took place. This follows the characters over so many years that you are really seeing their entire life and choices played out. Deserved the Pulitzer. Much loved and appreciated - Thank you Mr. Jones.
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There Are No Children Here The Story of Two Boys Growing Up in the Other America
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Alex Kotlowitz
christijensen
, October 19, 2006
Great resource for teachers and child care workers. It's not overly sappy and doesn't try to drive home a message, but these children will stay with you and most likely influence how you see other people and children in your community - especially if you are an urbanite. Highly recommend.
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Knuffle Bunny a Cautionary Tale
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Willems, Mo
christijensen
, October 19, 2006
Add this one to your shower gift list. It is my favorite kid book of all time. Somehow it manages to give parents a much-needed boost while thoroughly entertaining little ones. Have read this one a ton of times and it never fails to entertain. Mo Willems understands what it's like to read the same book every night for a month straight. Read it and you'll see what I mean - it's practically painless.
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The Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog!
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Mo Willems
christijensen
, October 19, 2006
We have to read this one nearly every night, but surprisingly, it's not hard. Short and sweet and funny. The pigeon has a little attitue, but he learns that sharing rocks! All Mo Willems books are winers. They make great gifts and any child two - six should be giggling by page two. Buy more than one because kids catch onto the pigeon's schtick pretty quickly and they just want more.
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Dont Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!
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Mo Willems
christijensen
, October 19, 2006
I can't believe there aren't 100 responses to this book. This is the new classic for 21st Century kids. Funny for kids and adults. You won't hide this under the bed to avoid having to read it again. Although kids will ask for it every time, it's short enough and funy enough not to wear out your bedtime story patience. Good for two - five years. Highly recommend any Mo Willems book! Great for showers and other kid gifting.
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David Goes To School
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David Shannon
christijensen
, October 19, 2006
This is a very funny book. You can read it and improvise a bit and kids like to play along. Even if your child hasn't been to school, most likely, they'll get a kick out of the mischief David manages to get into. The illustrations are large, simple and are also funny. Great for gifts for all ages up to about seven.
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David Gets In Trouble
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Shannon, David
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, October 19, 2006
David Shannon knows how to write/illustrate a kids book. Have been reading this to my sone since he was one. The story and pictures give little "shout outs" to moms and dads who remember getting in trouble and it teaches kids that all kids get in trouble sometimes, but that their mommies and daddies still love them anyway.
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Duck On A Bike
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David Shannon
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, October 19, 2006
This is a great book for children who are at least two. Our son wants to read it every night. Now that he's about 3 1/2, we're using it as a reading primer because the language is simple and there are a lot of familiar words - duck, cat, goat, sheep, dog, cow, etc. David Shannon knows what kids like and you can't go wrong with this one - two concepts kids get - ducks and bikes.
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Best American Nonrequired Reading 2003
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Eggers, Dave
christijensen
, October 19, 2006
This anthology showcases a lot of really decent young talent. Nothing here is perfect, not al of it is enlightening and some of it isn't realy all that new. On the other hand, it's a great glimpse intot he future of journalism and great American writing. Thanks to the editors, Zadie Smith and Dave Eggers.
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Fraud
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Rakoff, David
christijensen
, October 19, 2006
David Rakoff says that all Canadians know what stars are from Canada and which ones aren't. I think his Candian-ism is alive and kicking in this very funy and self-depreciating tome. He couldnt be any funnier - unless, of course, he was at one of my parties! Read this one and then buy one for your friends.
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Assassination Vacation
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Sarah Vowell
christijensen
, October 19, 2006
Read this out loud to my husband on a trip to the east coast...great for sharing. Made our travel time go by quicker and gave us a lot of insight into the places we visited. Will have to add some of our own assassination destinations to the next outing. Sarah Vowell makes history fun!
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Mornings on Horseback The Story of an Extraordinary Family a Vanished Way of Life & the Unique Child Who Became Theodore Roosevelt
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David McCullough
christijensen
, October 19, 2006
Loved this book. If you've never read a biography, start here. David McCullough tells this story as if he knew Roosevelt personally. Terrific.
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The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter
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Carson McCullers
christijensen
, October 19, 2006
Read this after you read Harper Lee's To Kill A Mockingbird. This should become a book you hold close to your heart and recommend to others.
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Devil In the White City UK
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Erik Larson
christijensen
, October 19, 2006
This book is scary and facinating. It reads like a novel, but it's all true. Read it twice and I'll read it again. Especially interesting for Chicago residents because the main character built many structures that that still stand today.
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