Book of the Year

Book Review for "The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier and Clay" by Michael Chabon
"The true magic of this broken world lay in the ability of the things it contained to vanish, to become thoroughly lost, that they might never have existed in the first place." ~Michael Chabon, The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier and Clay.
By Sunny C2 years ago in BookClub
Frederick Douglass
Douglass was born enslaved as Frederick Augustus Washington Bailey on Holme Hill Farm in Talbot county, Maryland. Although the date of his birth was not recorded, Douglass estimated that he had been born in February 1818, and he later celebrated his birthday on February 14. (The best source for the events in Douglass’s life is Douglass himself in his oratory and writings, especially his three autobiographies, the details of which have been checked when possible and have largely been confirmed, though his biographers have contributed corrections and clarifications.) Douglass was owned by Capt. Aaron Anthony, who was the clerk and superintendent of overseHarriet Bailey worked as a field hand on a neighbouring plantation and had to walk more than 12 miles (about 19 km) to visit her son, whom she met with only a few times in his life. He described her as “tall and finely proportioned, of dark, glossy complexion, with regular features, and amongst the slaves was remarkably sedate and dignified.” She died when he was about seven years old. As an adult, Douglass learned that his mother had been the only Black person in what was then Talbot county who could read, an extraordinarily rare achievement for a field hand.
By asmariaz2 years ago in BookClub
Uncle Toms Cabin
Uncle Tom’s Cabin, in full Uncle Tom’s Cabin; or, Life Among the Lowly, novel by Harriet Beecher Stowe, published in serialized form in the United States in 1851–52 and in book form in 1852. An abolitionist novel, it achieved wide popularity, particularly among white readers in the North, by vividly dramatizing the experience of slavery.
By asmariaz2 years ago in BookClub
Explore the Literary World
Introduction Have you ever looked up on Google and found a list of the top 5 books to read? Well, we have! Google has created a list of the top five books that it believes everyone should read. Here are our picks:
By WordWeaver2 years ago in BookClub
A Ripple of Kindness
Once upon a time in the quaint town of Willowbrook, nestled between rolling hills and a sparkling river, there lived a man named Samuel. Samuel was known throughout the town for his unwavering kindness and willingness to help others. He owned a small hardware store, and everyone who entered was greeted with a warm smile and a genuine offer of assistance. Samuel firmly believed in the principle that one good turn deserves another, and he lived his life by this motto.
By 72kracks2 years ago in BookClub
WHY POETRY
Ever since I was a child, the idea of a vacation never made sense to me. I hardly travel anywhere outside of this Big Apple. There’s enough nutrition to gather from this fruit.
By Christian Lee2 years ago in BookClub
House of Wind Book Club
Covid-19. It's not even a sentence yet it elicits a range of complex emotions for most individuals. For me, that virus altered my life thoroughly. The harshness of it, the unpredictability and swiftness took more than health, it took mortality and a chunk of my spirit.
By Nikki Torino Wagner2 years ago in BookClub
The Language of Spirit
When I think about books that have changed my life, there is one that stands out far more than any other - what I mean to say is that it changed my life in so many ways, and at such a deep, and profound level, that there's no question: THIS is the one.
By Elizabeth MacKinnon2 years ago in BookClub
The Four Agreements
The book that has changed my life for the better! About two years ago, my life took an unexpected turn. I simply had decided that maybe I wasn't meant to be a famous author. For years, I tormented myself with the thought that maybe I was not good enough.
By Adrianne Kirksey2 years ago in BookClub
The Joy of Reading: Unlocking Worlds Through Books
Introduction In a world filled with screens and distractions, the simple act of reading remains a timeless source of joy and enrichment. Whether it's an exciting adventure, a thought-provoking mystery, or a heartwarming romance, books have the power to transport us to new realms and expand our horizons. Let's delve into the wonderful world of reading and discover how this age-old activity continues to bring joy to people of all ages.
By Article Pro2 years ago in BookClub
Open by Andre Agassi
My Tedtalk xDallas script Hello Dallas, how y'all do in tonight? I've often wondered if, in life, I have made different decisions if I would be in another place, and then I think, what decision led me to this? I realized many judgments led to this, but there is one conclusion I can pinpoint that changed my life. I don't know if you've often thought about the idea of different universes and how maybe another version of you is out there wondering about you, and maybe that's why we get shivers down our spine. Maybe because the other one of us is thinking of us simultaneously.
By Jazzy 2 years ago in BookClub
Dune is Not About Oil
The prompt for the Book Club challenge is funny because it was David Lynch’s 1984 adaptation that introduced me to Dune. Dune was one of my favorite movies as a kid. It was one of my top picks at the library, besides all the Star Trek and Universal monster movies I could get my hands on. My love for the Dune universe grew in the 90s, with the books from Brian Herbert. Despite this, I would not read the first novel until 2017. Why, I am unsure. Since then I have dove as deep into the Dune universe as I can. I still have not finished the original series, due to a combination of work and school. Well, also after acquiring a copy of the encyclopedia, I decided I wanted to have the time to sit and read the series with that as my companion. Because if Dune does nothing else, it raises a lot of questions for the reader. Both in and out of the universe.
By Atomic Historian2 years ago in BookClub