A Good Dog
A gracious neighbor gave me a copy of the book The Last Will And Testament Of An Extremely Distinguished Dog by Eugene O'Neill.
I would highly recommend it to those who have lost a beloved pet.
A gracious neighbor gave me a copy of the book The Last Will And Testament Of An Extremely Distinguished Dog by Eugene O'Neill.
I would highly recommend it to those who have lost a beloved pet.
Sharp Teeth is a book that I just happened to pick up recently at my local Barnes and Noble, it was looking all sad and lonely, sitting there by itself on the remainder table.
I took a chance for six bucks hardcover, and I must say I am impressed!
A novel in verse, seemingly a very odd form in this day and age, but it's fast, exciting, and a very fun read. I must recommend it, and certainly hope that the author follows it up with a second novel.
For more traditional poetry, I've been enjoying myself with Flowers Of Evil, all online, by Charles Baudelaire.
Lastly, this week I read Perversity Think Tank by Supervert. Interesting, and I even gained a bit of a new perspective on the kinks I so love. It can be purchased in hard copy, or downloaded at no cost.
I love to read, and I must confess that even after making countless trips to the used bookstore for purposes of shrinking my collection, it does sometimes seem that my house could fall down from the tremendous weight of all my books.
Today, I ordered a few more. I pass along the titles because I imagine that most of my readers here would be interested in them.
The Ethical Slut, by Dossie Easton
This is a truly wonderful book, from an author I have enjoyed for a very long time. I am certainly not monogamous, nor much of a believer in monogamy, and would be considered a slut by the author. A slut in the good sense of the word of course. I don't follow all of the advice given in this book, I find that it would be too confining for me, but despite that, I do think it is a superb book for anyone involved with non-monogamy, and I have recommended it countless times through the years. I've also loaned it out a number of times, so today I ordered two copies.
Polyamory, by Anthony Ravenscroft
I've not read this book, but am certainly looking forward to it as I think that each author manages to bring a slightly different perspective to non-monogamy and polyamory.
One Big Happy Family
A collection of essays from 18 writers about alternative relationships including Polyamory and open marriages. I imagine that there must be something delightfully kinky for me to find on my first read through it.
I must confess that I love the Anita Blake books by Laurell Hamilton and this weekend started reading her latest, Skin Trade. I must say that just like all the others, it is great!
The series is however interesting as it changes rather dramatically over time.
I first started reading it when it was suggested to me by a friend as being 'great porn.' Imagine my surprise when the first few of these 'porn' books contained virtually no sex. In time though the sex did enter the picture until it was indeed little but well-done porn, the final books seeming to loose virtually all plot as Anita's very open sexuality was explored deeply.
Apparently with Skin Trade we are in for another series change as I was almost to the very back of the book before the first hint of sex came into the story.
Interesting.
I’ve been reading a good deal recently, and think it appropriate to pass along my reading list for those who might be looking for a good book to help pass the evenings.
The Regulators by Richard Bachman (S. King)
I found this to be a quick, enjoyable read. Perfect light fiction for a lazy afternoon in the sun.
Iberia by James Michener
This is quite the opposite of a quick read, and not a novel as was expected. Rather a report of Mr. Michener’s travels through the Iberian Peninsula. Much has of course changed since the book was written, but I found it quite interesting for it’s perspective of the time, Spain under Franco.
Jamaica Inn by Daphne Du Maurier
A short little novel, not challenging, but as I read it I kept imagining that it could be re-written as a perfectly splendid bdsm story.
Drowning Ruth by Christina Schwarz
A more emotional novel than the rest, I found the interpersonal dynamics to be very well portrayed.
The Church In Crisis A History of the General Councils 325-1870 by Philip Hughes
A striking project in scope giving an overview of the Christian world surrounding each of the 20 General Councils of the Catholic Church. I found the book a fascinating read, especially regarding some of histories most successful ‘heretical’ movements. Of course since the book was published Vatican II has taken place, the 21st General Council.
The Horse of Darius by Justin Cartwright
I found this to be a most enjoyable adventure novel, portraying the last Shah of Iran as one of the main characters.
California Gold by John Jakes
Not my favorite Jakes novel, but extremely good nevertheless.
Currently I am reading Reconciliation by Benazir Bhutto, the recently assassinated former Prime Minister of Pakistan.
Three things stand out to me in reading this book. First of all, a marked insincerity. Prime Minister Bhutto speaks only of love for the people of Pakistan, never of her own desire for power. Of course American politicians do the same, but they manage to pull it off better. Secondly, the book seems disjointed in a number of ways. Ms. Bhutto was assassinated prior to final editing of the book, one must assume that she would have cleaned it up some had she lived to do so. Lastly, and I think most importantly, the Prime Minister gives her own personal views of Islam, liberally quoting the Quran (Koran) to make her case. Her views are not in any way similar to those of militant Islamists, and from my own rather extensive reading of the Quran, I believe that she paints a much more accurate picture of Islamic belief than those more newsworthy sources.
Next I will be reading the latest two Anita Blake novels, The Harlequin and Blood Noir by Laurell K. Hamilton
Looking over my list here it seems that I’ve been reading a great deal more than I realized these past few weeks. I would recommend any of these books as worthy of your time.
