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I'm about halfway through Jayber Crow and I'm loving it.
It really does make me nostalgic for the days of my grandparents and many of the things that the narrator (Jayber) mentions strike a chord with me. Railroad tracks, counting the cars on a train, watching boats go by on the river, meeting interesting characters in a small town....all of those things bring back memories.
I'm about 4/5 through it now (not much time to read) and still enjoying it. He takes quite a philosophical/theological turn toward the end of the book. I read and re-read several passages and am still thinking about them. I'll be curious to see what you think.
I'm about 4/5 through it now (not much time to read) and still enjoying it. He takes quite a philosophical/theological turn toward the end of the book. I read and re-read several passages and am still thinking about them. I'll be curious to see what you think.
I loved it, Marlow. The only parts I didn't enjoy as much as the other parts were those dealing with theology. However, he really never preached and the theology was actually woven into his view of the beauty of nature. Many of the things Jayber felt and thought were things I could identify with. He was simply a man who was searching for answers and using intelligence and instinct to find them. I liked the man tremendously. In fact, there were times when I wished I had known him.
The characters were so real to me. I actually had to remind myself several times that this was a work of fiction. When I finished the book I wanted to read it again.
Dewdrop and Ketabcha-
I adored Guensey-- so thanks for the postmistress suggestion. I guess I will have to try that. I am having such a hard time lately- I enjoy reading but just can't seem to make?find? the time..............
I just finished "Child of God," wild book. Going to begin "Hitchhiker's guide to the Galaxy" has anyone read this?
I just recently read it. Not really my cup of tea, but I'm not really into sci-fi that much. I can see how people who do like sci-fi would enjoy it though. If that helps at all...
I just finished "Child of God," wild book. Going to begin "Hitchhiker's guide to the Galaxy" has anyone read this?
CHILD of GOD ............CORMAC McCARTHY
There is a phrase in that novel that still gives me the willies 15 years later
I remember it as "Ballard in a fright wig" maybe that's not word for word
all these years later..... but the image it evoked still haunts my psyche
Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy--- was THE favorite novel of a friend whose preferences in books and movies were nearly identical to mine. I felt so bad, but I just could not get into it. I finally finished it. I was so relieved that he went on vacation before we had a chance to discuss it.
I understand HGTTG is almost a cosmic revelation for some. Perhaps similar to reading Carlos Castaneda in high school, it may be a case of "the right book at the right time".
There is a phrase in that novel that still gives me the willies 15 years later
I remember it as "Ballard in a fright wig" maybe that's not word for word
all these years later..... but the image it evoked still haunts my psyche
Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy--- was THE favorite novel of a friend whose preferences in books and movies were nearly identical to mine. I felt so bad, but I just could not get into it. I finally finished it. I was so relieved that he went on vacation before we had a chance to discuss it.
I understand HGTTG is almost a cosmic revelation for some. Perhaps similar to reading Carlos Castaneda in high school, it may be a case of "the right book at the right time".
I'd be interested in your experience with HGTTG.
Oh there were a lot of chills and grotesque moment in Child of God. Jeez, I've had trouble sleeping a few nights even...
I know HFTTG is a bit of a polarizing series. A friend of mine loves it and I promised to read it to discuss it...I've liked some of Adams' nonfiction, so I look forward to it
Oh there were a lot of chills and grotesque moment in Child of God. Jeez, I've had trouble sleeping a few nights even...
I know HFTTG is a bit of a polarizing series. A friend of mine loves it and I promised to read it to discuss it...I've liked some of Adams' nonfiction, so I look forward to it
Yeah, I'd like to be able to tell you it gets better, no seriously it does. Soon you'll sublimate any lingering unease, only to BLINDSIDED and B***H slapped by your subconscious when you least expect it!
Just Kidding?
HGTTG -- being familiar with the author offers you an "IN" I didn't have.
I can see why the Word polarizing could be attached to HGTTG, God consciousness, universal truths, ...... You KNow What? How About ..... if I actually create or contribute something tangible, then open my mouth.
A possible antidote for CHILD of GOD--
see my post re: The Undertaking: Life Studies from the Dismal Trade
Nothing like death to put life into perspective
Enjoy!
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