Review:Fascinating and eclectic collection of letters through the ages. Not all are from "famous" people, some of the most interesting and poignant being from "regular" folks. A great choice as a gift because it has something for everyone. Highly recommended! Read more

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Review:Few authors become more relevant as time passes. Lewis, who died in 1963, is more relevant now than ever before. This collection of 38 essays and letters is not only enjoyable to read over and over since Lewis is a master at prose and image, it is food for your mind and soul, helping us to see reality more clearly. His sharp intellect and readable style help show the results of various codes of ethics, the joy of reading old books, the ultimate meaning of Christ, the logic of miracles, the... Read more

Review:It's worth knowing that this book was originally commissioned by the Left Book Club, a Socialist book club in the UK, and when the manuscript arrived they realized Orwell had delivered more than they'd bargained for. In part one, Orwell brilliantly reports on the atrocious living and working conditions in northern England in the 1930s. His chapter covering his visit to a coal mine has been often anthologized, but the entire section consists of equally vivid portraits. In part two, Orwell dis... Read more

Review:For those in the English field and women alike, "A Room of One's Own" is a must read. Though it could be a difficult text, the notes are extensive and helpful. A wonderful edition of a feminist masterpiece! Read more

Review:I bought this book to learn more about this talented actor, and was hoping his writing would be as clever as his acting. It is. This was a fun read. I
think he should write more. He reminds me of Dave Barry, who is my all-time favorite humor writer. Read more

Review:"GOD IS DEAD" These words are perhaphs the most famous and most misunderstood words uttered by any modern philosopher. Friedrich Nietzsche is one of the most overlooked and underestimated philosophers in recent memory. He embodies the great ideas of Kierkegaard and Schopenhauer who proceeded him in the founding of the school of existentialism. The difference between them and Nietzsche? Nietzsche can write, his prose and poetry are beautifully written and an excellent alternative to the drab and ... Read more

Review:Sarah Vowell is a particularly cynical and yet sometimes hilariously funny author who can fill the mind with imagery with a single two word phrase like "Nerd Isreal". In this book she explores her own particular brand of patriotism and her point of view on history and the world now. The book is an interesting, albeit short read that captivated me and made me laugh out loud on more than one occasion. However, to truly get the voice of this book, one should definitely listen to any of Vowell's ... Read more

Review:Good Reading.Something we think that we think we would like to do . Get away from the city & back to nature.But I don't think most of us would make it.The main man was very smart And could make simple materals do great things. Read more

Review:Thought it was going to be a lot more interesting and well-written but it really isn't. Maybe I just don't get the author but I found it stale and too self-aware to the point whete creatovity and commmentary was stunted. Read more