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laurelthebooks's Reviews (662)
An interesting look at an exhibit - one I would have loved to have seen in person. The history of textiles is fascinating, and I enjoyed this peek into the history of the company Chiso and its kimonos.
A careful consideration of the texts that can be proven to have been read by J.R.R. Tolkien, Ordway's Tolkien's Modern Reading, thoroughly presents her argument that Tolkien was more of a modern reader than has previously been assumed (for which she takes Humphrey Carpenter's biography to task over, as well as several other sources).
I appreciated the clarity with which Ordway approached the topic, and her delineation of what she was and was not considering as she looked at the modern reads that were on Tolkien's mental bookshelf. The table at the end of the book listing the book titles and where they were referenced was very useful and something I can see myself relying on in the future.
Occasionally there would be an end assumption that I felt was not tied strictly into the point being made about a particular piece's influence, but the proof provided in support of each individual work listed here is beyond impressive. The critical look at Tolkien biographies did feel a bit repetitive at times, which I imagine may be a reflection into why this book exists in the first place, but it was something I found easy to forgive.
I greatly enjoyed this look into some of the sources that Ordway proved existed on Tolkien's bookshelf, and I recommend this to anyone interested in Tolkien or in the influence of reading upon writing.
I appreciated the clarity with which Ordway approached the topic, and her delineation of what she was and was not considering as she looked at the modern reads that were on Tolkien's mental bookshelf. The table at the end of the book listing the book titles and where they were referenced was very useful and something I can see myself relying on in the future.
Occasionally there would be an end assumption that I felt was not tied strictly into the point being made about a particular piece's influence, but the proof provided in support of each individual work listed here is beyond impressive. The critical look at Tolkien biographies did feel a bit repetitive at times, which I imagine may be a reflection into why this book exists in the first place, but it was something I found easy to forgive.
I greatly enjoyed this look into some of the sources that Ordway proved existed on Tolkien's bookshelf, and I recommend this to anyone interested in Tolkien or in the influence of reading upon writing.
As always, a quick and fun re-read! I had forgotten how much character Howl and Sophie manage to contain. They make for quite the pair.
Some things are just very therapeutic to dislike - although I do have to say that the first story, "Unauthorized Bread" was phenomenal!
I highly recommend reading that one as it is poignant, clearly written, and has an empathetic narrator, but unfortunately, I cannot say the same for any of the other three.
I highly recommend reading that one as it is poignant, clearly written, and has an empathetic narrator, but unfortunately, I cannot say the same for any of the other three.
Read for a book club, and I am definitely not the audience for this book.
Hendrix is a talented writer, so if you like high school drama (think Mean Girls I guess?), 80s nostalgia (I've been told slight Stranger Things vibes), and graphic demonic possession go for it - you'll love it.
If you aren't into the high school horror setting (hi me!) you likely won't.
Hendrix is a talented writer, so if you like high school drama (think Mean Girls I guess?), 80s nostalgia (I've been told slight Stranger Things vibes), and graphic demonic possession go for it - you'll love it.
If you aren't into the high school horror setting (hi me!) you likely won't.