Tag: book blog
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The Penguin Book Of Mermaids
We can always look at the rational explanations for mermaids. There is speculation that, at least the Western idea of mermaids, is from drunk sailors seeing manatees and thinking they were sexy ladies. Which is possibly the best historical explanation that I’ve ever heard.
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Apple: Skin To The Core
Gansworth manages to make this a book that can appeal to children, young adult, and adult audiences. Which means, no matter who you are, you can read, enjoy the story, and learn something.
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Hood Feminism: A Positive Perspective
When most people think of feminist issues, they think of things like the wage-gap, the glass ceiling, the pink tax, etc. Kendall, however, expands the definition of what constitutes a feminist issue. She argues that any issue that affects the lives of women is a feminist issue.
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Elatsoe: A Positive Perspective
There are several moments where you feel like crying only for a character-driven moment to make you laugh. But none of these moments are at the expense of the underlying messages and themes.
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Female Husbands: A Positive Perspective
History is especially enjoyable when it focuses on lesser known histories. Subjects and peoples that are often overlooked reflect a more accurate view of the past. That’s why books like Female Husbands are so important.
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Dolly Parton, Songteller: My Life In Lyrics
I have lived in Tennessee for my entire life. It is not an exaggeration that a love for Dolly Parton is next to godliness. And considering that we are part of the Bible-Belt, that’s saying something.
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The Girls: Sappho Goes To Hollywood
From the shy and aloof Garbo to the strategic and seductive Dietrich to the absolute insane in the best of ways Bankhead, these vibrant women leap off of the page. Their shared lovers are just the tip of the iceberg.
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Nanny Ogg’s Cookbook
Have you ever wondered the proper etiquette involved in communications with vampires, witches, and trolls? I know those are circumstances that all of us struggle with daily. This book has you covered.
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Lonely Castle In The Mirror
There are some books that just stay with you, leave a lasting impression on your heart and mind. This is one of those books.
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Moon Of The Crusted Snow
Waubgeshig Rice is a genius. Instead of taking the big city route with lots of craziness and people hitting each other with two-by-fours to get the last can of beans from the supermarket, the intimate setting conveys the story in a way that feels completely original.