I’ve been planning this for over a year, since reviewing the British Library’sfifth collection of Christmas short storieslast November. Finally, then, December will see me reviewing Christmas-themed books for perhaps the first time since starting this blog in 2015, with a second BL collection...
As a mom, one of my favorite things is showing some of these beloved stories to my 9-year-old son, Rollins. His questions about the time-period in which the movies are set are sometimes hilarious and it's fun to see what parts are his favorites. I was excited to see that a lot o...
History does repeat itself, and back in 1947, a lot of Americans were hooked on their favorite radio shows, several that focused on stories of the macabre, stories about murder. The film I wanted to focus on for the Claude Rains blogathon, and which starred the talented British actor, is...
1. Metamorphoses (8 AD) – Ovid (translated by David Raeburn) This irresistible epic poem has an unusual structure: it is comprised of a series of short stories, linked by the theme of transformation, which flow seamlessly into one another. David Raeburn has translated it into hexameter verse...
The boys will be in for good-natured ribbing, as Bob and their father (Bing). This is an episode of The Bob Hope Show from 10/8/1959. Bob On NBC April 8th, 1957 Bob's guests are Frank Sinatra, 18-year-old Natalie Wood, Janis Paige, also appearing are Jack Kerwood,...
(don’t remember the song, as this was 12 years ago). I told the class of mostly 8-yr-olds that I just didn’t want to play that song again, and when asked why, I said the lyrics were saying women were there for men to play with. The righteous indignation from the whole class...
Chelm is a village of fools and the seven Elders are the most foolish of all. There are seven stories in all, each with a little lesson to be gleaned, but read them for the light-hearted humor and a few giggles. Dear Mr. Henshawby Beverly Cleary (1984) ...
Before I continue with Huber’s, a few more words about Kerry and why you should follow his column – not only for insightful sport stories, but the human-interest narratives. Don’t overlook his ten print books including my favorite:Civil War Rivalry – Oregon vs. Oregon State.(#4 – ...
For Sara, she says that her moment in the spotlight has just further solidified her love and passion for eventing. “I think people really appreciate the underdog stories,” Sara said. “I think that what people find even more inspiring than someone who’s winning all the time is seeing ...
ELOISE WILKIN STORIES Little Golden Books illustrated by Eloise Wilkin are among themost remembered, beloved, and requested by consumers. Thiscollection, which contains nine of her best-loved books, will becherished by collectors, parents, and children for ye... G Books - 进口图书默认出版社 被...