pickA reread. I think the power of this play lies in its implied questions and its sense of rebellion.
This time reading it, the dramatic elements leapt out. How Antigone is more powerful by not making any practical sense but yet remaining true to her form. How king Creon is undermined by making complete sense, because he wraps himself in pride that gets tighter and more fragile, setting up a kind of self-destruct button. Good stuff
pickThis book is just one punch to the gut after another. I've never read Lamb before and I wasn't sure if he was for me but I think I may have to dive into his back list at some point. This was so raw and heavy - and while it did drag in a few places, ultimately, I just couldn't stay away.
Saturday morning #coffeeandabook ... well, a play. Rereading Macbeth, my favorite Shakespeare play.
I always read the Booker winner, but I had a hard time finding this one. Hubby found it in a bookstore in Ireland. It arrived yesterday all the way from Galway. I hope it was worth the hunt. It‘s on my TBR for those lazy holiday pajama days. #BookMail
#DashingThruDecember Carols Silent Night is one of my favorite Carol. Especially sung by a choir, and this choir sings it beautifully. @Eggs @Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks
pickI am not okay. I love a book that destroys me. Wally Lamb develops his characters in such a way, that despite their flaws, you feel the deepest empathy for them. He manages to fill you with incredible sadness while also giving you hope. I‘m emotionally wrecked and I expect to be haunted by this one for a long time.
My goal is to actually start reading through this author's catalogue starting with the one received for jolabokaflod years ago.
pickI loved this book! It took me a little while to finish it, because I've been so busy recently, but overall, this book was a real page turner. I recommend this book.
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