In the opening of The Night Rainbow I wanted the reader to meet Pea – the narrator – and her sister, to understand that they are children, and to know what is troubling Pea most. It took me three sentences to set that out, but the first sentence goes a long way towards it, and ...
Paul Torday(1946 -): a British bus in essma n who worked for a compa ny that repaired ship's en for many years. Salm on Fish ing in the Yeme n (2007) was his first no vel. It is a political satire and comedy about a dull civil serva nt who becomes in volved in a pla n ...
Chicken Soup for the Soul: Life Lessons from the Cat is a compilation of different stories that are inspirational and heartwarming. It’s no surprise that so many people have stories to share about their feline companions. When you read this book, it will fill you with laughter, tears, ...
3 Star Books are The Very Best. These are books that have 4.5 stars rating on 100+ Reviews. [Pick of the Day]/[Pick of the Week] – Book that stands out even amongst the *** ones and ** ones. Wild Card Pick – Not enough reviews but we think it’s a winner. That over time...
Francisco Gómez de Quevedo y Villegas, the greatest satirist of his time and a master of language, was, in Sueños (1627; “Dreams”), an outstanding exponent of conceptismo; similar traits appear in his picaresque satire La vida del buscón llamado don Pablos (1626; “The Life of the...
One of the best rare book shops in London. They are especially good on illustrated books – from the fifteenth to twentieth centuries. Keep your eyes peeled for a collectable publication for you. Shapero Rare Books, at 94 New Bond Street, is a great starting point. ...
A satire of books that usually appear in Open Court Collection, White Roses tells the story of Maria Gonzalez and her quest to deliver White Roses to her Grandma.Zachary Linton
Other variations in the title include: A Satire and A Contemporary Satire. Also ranks #2 on The Best Satirical Novels Also ranks #2 on The Greatest Dystopian Novels Also ranks #2 on Books That Changed Your Life 9 The Adventures of Tom Sawyer Mark Twain 1,103 votes The Adventure...
readers, confirming that language and literature are everyone's business. This book is best enjoyed like a box of chocolates: one or two a day. Okay, maybe a third, but save some for tomorrow. Buy from Amazon in the UK Buy from Amazon in the US...
a satire on Regency society and a moral tale which teaches us not to judge others too hastily. Its star is Elizabeth Bennet, whose quick wit and fiery personality make her more than a match for the brooding and sardonic, but ultimately kind-hearted, Mr. Darcy. There are several memorable ...