Month: May 2018

The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams

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Friday, May 25 was the anniversary of the death of Douglas Adams, author of The Hitchhikers' Guide to the Galaxy. For anyone who loves sarcasm, satire, and snark, this book is a must-read. I was introduced to this book in a way a lot of geeky types are - by someone far, far nerdier than … Continue reading The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams

Salt: A World History by Mark Kurlansky

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An interesting microcosm of history, Salt essentially takes us back through the known history of the world, and analyzes how this humble little rock - the only rock humans can eat - and how it has had a transforming effect upon civilization. To be honest, however, there were large chunks of the book that weren't … Continue reading Salt: A World History by Mark Kurlansky

Cuentos: Tales from the Hispanic Southwest by José Griego y Maestas and Rudolfo Anaya

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I'd consider this book of short stories, Cuentos: Tales from the Hispanic Southwest, one of the pivotal books of my childhood. I've mentioned my father and his love of reading, and there were always books around him. In his car, in his house, you name it. As well, being a very strong proponent of civil … Continue reading Cuentos: Tales from the Hispanic Southwest by José Griego y Maestas and Rudolfo Anaya

Jane Eyre: An Autobiography by Charlotte Bronte

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I ain't gonna deny it, Mr. Rochester is SEXY! Oh my lord almighty. Dark, mysterious, distant and yet romantic, rides a horse, is sarcastic, dresses in black. I could bang Mr. Rochester like a screen door from here til August......though it may also have to do with the fact that my very first big-screen Mr. … Continue reading Jane Eyre: An Autobiography by Charlotte Bronte