If you suggested a title and you don’t see it here, that could be because it’s not available in paperback, or not available at Powell’s, or wasn’t a political/current events topic. If you think it matches all those qualifications, that means I missed it, and I hope you will suggest it again next time we do non-fiction. (April)
For any of you who are new to the book club. . .
It’s called BooBooks, and we alternate doing novels and non-fiction. Those who can do so purchase their copies from Powell’s bookstore, through the links on this page, in order to benefit this site.
I’ve read Collapse, so that would be easy for me. I loved it, though I skimmed a bit, I’ll admit.
I already have Lies waiting for me at the library, so I’ll be reading that one way or another.
I should want to read Cindy’s book, but I just don’t at this time, probably because we’ve read so much already.
Wimp sounds good, too, though the two I’m most interested in at this time are Lies and Collapse. Also, I think they’d be the easiest for most people to get at any library.
You may suggest any book you want to! 🙂 The only prob with Bird (which I love and am constantly quoting from) is that it isn’t about a political subject or current events.
I know, but I was thinking it would make a nice “recharge” book, since we are usually dealing with all the heavy stuff anyway. Sort of in line wih Manny’s diary today.
And of course, I could make the loose argument that since it deals with writing, and we’re all writing on blogs, it fits in that way…
I think that’s a very good idea. Sitting down and letting go of politics for a bit is almost essential given this administrations daily outrages. And I can already think of dozens of books for that..a good mystery/detective book is THE best way to relax your mind and your body.
I voted for The Wimp Factor because I love to gossip, and if I’m gonna do it about anybody it should be those worms. Definitely want to read Collapse, but I haven’t even finished ‘Guns, Germs and Steel.’ I know if its too big, I’ll just put it on the waiting pile.
Plus, who knows if I’ll even make it to the meetings, I just want to enjoy myself and read the one that will confirm my own prejudices.
I voted for “Collapse” because it’s on my waiting pile, and this will be a great incentive to actually read it, LOL! “Guns, Germs and Steel” was great and I’m confident I’ll enjoy “Collapse” as well – as soon as I get around to reading it. 😉
All the books of course sound good but I voted for ‘Lies’. I think everyone in the country should have to read this book at some point in their lives if they really want to have a truer sense of history. How if effected us then and how it continues to effect us whether we know it or not.
Lies is also very easy reading-not the content, as that will no doubt have you continually going oh my god or more impolite phrases, as the author to me made this book very readable. It wasn’t a dry reading tome and for the relative smallness of the book it’s packs a huge, huge punch.
The author doesn’t just present dry historical facts but makes you think with questions on how and why this history happened and what the consequences are that continue today. This book also tries to talk about Vietnam and why/how it is barely being taught in schools. Guess I can’t say enough good things about this book..and besides I already have a copy and would have to reread it to brush up on the book as a whole.
If you suggested a title and you don’t see it here, that could be because it’s not available in paperback, or not available at Powell’s, or wasn’t a political/current events topic. If you think it matches all those qualifications, that means I missed it, and I hope you will suggest it again next time we do non-fiction. (April)
For any of you who are new to the book club. . .
It’s called BooBooks, and we alternate doing novels and non-fiction. Those who can do so purchase their copies from Powell’s bookstore, through the links on this page, in order to benefit this site.
I’m torn between Wimp Factor and Lies My Teacher Told Me.
And I think Real Boys (Pipher and Pollack) would make an interesting read alongside Wimp Factor.
I’ve read Collapse, so that would be easy for me. I loved it, though I skimmed a bit, I’ll admit.
I already have Lies waiting for me at the library, so I’ll be reading that one way or another.
I should want to read Cindy’s book, but I just don’t at this time, probably because we’ve read so much already.
Wimp sounds good, too, though the two I’m most interested in at this time are Lies and Collapse. Also, I think they’d be the easiest for most people to get at any library.
I, of course, voted for ‘Wimp’ but if it is close between ‘collapse’ and ‘lies’, I’d want my vote switch to ‘lies’.
Collapse I think might be a problem for people to get read because it is a big, very complex book.
Yeah, Collapse is really big and densely packed, though fascinating. But it’s a commitment to read it, for sure.
I think I’m going to go ahead and vote for Lies.
I already have Lies in my reading pile here, so that’s what I voted for.
Can I suggest Bird by Bird (Anne Lamott) for our next “lighter read” book?
You may suggest any book you want to! 🙂 The only prob with Bird (which I love and am constantly quoting from) is that it isn’t about a political subject or current events.
I know, but I was thinking it would make a nice “recharge” book, since we are usually dealing with all the heavy stuff anyway. Sort of in line wih Manny’s diary today.
And of course, I could make the loose argument that since it deals with writing, and we’re all writing on blogs, it fits in that way…
Maybe every third or fourth time we should have an Open Selection where we could nominate any book of any type. Let’s see what others say.
I think that’s a very good idea. Sitting down and letting go of politics for a bit is almost essential given this administrations daily outrages. And I can already think of dozens of books for that..a good mystery/detective book is THE best way to relax your mind and your body.
I voted for The Wimp Factor because I love to gossip, and if I’m gonna do it about anybody it should be those worms. Definitely want to read Collapse, but I haven’t even finished ‘Guns, Germs and Steel.’ I know if its too big, I’ll just put it on the waiting pile.
Plus, who knows if I’ll even make it to the meetings, I just want to enjoy myself and read the one that will confirm my own prejudices.
“read the one that confirms my own prejudices.”
lol! You are an honest woman, Alice.
I voted for “Collapse” because it’s on my waiting pile, and this will be a great incentive to actually read it, LOL! “Guns, Germs and Steel” was great and I’m confident I’ll enjoy “Collapse” as well – as soon as I get around to reading it. 😉
Toss-up. Between “Collapse” and “Lies,” and how’s that for a cheery pair of short titles?
Glad for the advance notice, too, as it will give me time to get the book, probably on interlibrary loan, and actually read the thing.
Oh, I voted for “Lies.”
All the books of course sound good but I voted for ‘Lies’. I think everyone in the country should have to read this book at some point in their lives if they really want to have a truer sense of history. How if effected us then and how it continues to effect us whether we know it or not.
Lies is also very easy reading-not the content, as that will no doubt have you continually going oh my god or more impolite phrases, as the author to me made this book very readable. It wasn’t a dry reading tome and for the relative smallness of the book it’s packs a huge, huge punch.
The author doesn’t just present dry historical facts but makes you think with questions on how and why this history happened and what the consequences are that continue today. This book also tries to talk about Vietnam and why/how it is barely being taught in schools. Guess I can’t say enough good things about this book..and besides I already have a copy and would have to reread it to brush up on the book as a whole.