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Measuring the World by Daniel Kehlman
Written in 2005 by the German author Daniel Kehlman, Measuring the World was not translated into English until 2006, meaning that English language readers were unable to appreciate this fine piece of writing until late that year. Measuring the world … Continue reading
The Ascent of Rum Doodle by W. E. Bowman
W. E. Bowman’s ‘The Ascent of Rum Doodle’ resides in that strange category of books which could be described as literature you’ve never heard of but which instantly becomes one of your favourite reads. It’s a comedy, as you might … Continue reading
The Lost City of Z by David Grann
I don’t normally read adventure books or history books. I leave this to when I do research for things I write, and also then I read only what I think is relevant. Life’s short and there are way too many … Continue reading
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Bangkok Days by Lawrence Osborne – book review
Like with many other books I read, Bangkok Days just happen to find its way to the side of my bed. I didn’t buy it, never heard of it before, but somehow the woman who was reading it left it … Continue reading
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Book review: A million little pieces by James Frey
Not sure why I’m drawn to the theme of addiction and self destruction (see my review on Joshua Ferris’ short story The Pilot). This week I was reading the very long story of James Frey. It’s a memoir, or at … Continue reading
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