Like I said, while I don't necessarily agree with all the authors' views, I do find some of them to be true and insightful. It is a very interesting look at the books, and consequently the ideas and opinions that have pre-dominated our thoughts in the last fifteen years. It will start you thinking about the books you've read and what they may say about you. It will introduce you to a lot of books that you may not have been aware of, even if they are in the bestselling lists, and I guarantee you that before you've finished reading this book, you'll probably go out and buy at least a couple of the books mentioned. At last count, I have fourteen new books I want to read. Well, there goes my paycheck.
"A sinister cabal of superior writers."
Article comments
1 - Lisa Adams
John and I are so glad you liked the book, Betty. And we're dying to know which new books you bought!
2 - Betty Wong
LOL! Are you sure you want to know? I made a list! So far I've gotten the following:
1. The Historian - Elizabeth Kostova
2. The World is Flat - Thomas Friedman
3. The Good Earth - Pearl S. Buck
4. The Read Tent - Anita Diamant
5. Girl with the Pearl Earring - Tracy Chevalier
6. House of Sand and Fog - Andre Dubus III
I have lots more I wanna get! Reading Lolita in Tehran for one, East of Eden, A Million Little Pieces... Oh, I blame the both of you!
3 - Lisa Adams
Happy reading! I especially hope you enjoy House of Sand and Fog. Just be sure to check out A Million Little Pieces from the library - that guy doesn't deserve any more money! :)
4 - Betty Wong
Hmm...you're right, I'll try to get a copy from the library. House of Sand and Fog looks really intense, I feel a little intimidated!