I confess. There is a public library within walking distance of my house. I have lived here two years and have never ventured inside. This is not to say I never visit libraries, but the ones I tend to haunt are university collections. If I want a novel or another non-fiction work outside of my…
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History Belongs to the…Revisionists? A Cleaned-Up “Huck Finn” Is Coming
The pitifulest thing out is a mob; that's what an army is--a mob; they don't fight with courage that's born in them, but with courage that's borrowed from their mass, and from their officers. But a mob without any MAN at the head of it is BENEATH pitifulness. ~ The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, Chapter 22 by…
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Worst and Best Books-to-Film
Ahhh the holidays! For lots of us, a few days off means lazing in bed and catching up on some reading and movie-watching. You may be tempted to do a bit of both by renting or buying a film based on a book. Some are wonderful, some are...well... stinkers. Here are five films you should avoid…
Top 10 Gifts for Readers and Writers
Christmas is a wonderful time for lovers of literature. You can finally get someone to read a book you love, request one (or more) from friends and family, or even give or receive a book-themed item. Here are ten suggestions sure to make bibliophiles smile. 1. Banned Books Bracelet. A beautiful way to show off…