Murray book club is good. But what about...
Boyz to Men to Readerz
or
Men to Librarianz
or
Big Book Chase Me (Great Outdoors)
or
We Bleed to Read
or
Book, Line, and Sinker
or
Page Against the Machine
or
CruciFICTION (sorry)
alright, i'm done.
Saturday, February 2, 2008
Cameron - That be lots of words mon
I had no idea the book was so long. The last lethem book I read was 300 max.
Mea Culpa.
Although, quick math says that's less than 20 pages a day (assuming the 500 p. copy). I'll call you all lying bastards if you can't find time to read 20 pages a day. And frankly, I'd rather not call you guys that, cause you're my original buddies, not my "other buddies" that I could do that to.
I've rented a truck to go pick up the book today. I hope the 20 footer is big enough. Great commentary so far though. I think Frank's found his second calling as a blogger. Or perhaps his third calling? What calling are you on Frank?
Also, I hope you all bought Yahoo stock on Thursday night. I didn't. Damn.
Mea Culpa.
Although, quick math says that's less than 20 pages a day (assuming the 500 p. copy). I'll call you all lying bastards if you can't find time to read 20 pages a day. And frankly, I'd rather not call you guys that, cause you're my original buddies, not my "other buddies" that I could do that to.
I've rented a truck to go pick up the book today. I hope the 20 footer is big enough. Great commentary so far though. I think Frank's found his second calling as a blogger. Or perhaps his third calling? What calling are you on Frank?
Also, I hope you all bought Yahoo stock on Thursday night. I didn't. Damn.
Friday, February 1, 2008
Dylan is Rather Complex
I guess I’m not too sure what type of commentary we are looking to provide here, being new to this book club thing. I'm about five chapters in and the only profound feeling I have right now is how isolated Dylan sounds. The awkwardness of his family life is unbelievable. I can’t imagine what it would be like to have my father’s nude portraits of my mother around the house or hear them constantly fighting and my mother especially criticizing my father. Let alone hearing their sex life. And then his “second world” was pretty exclusive of him as well. While I can’t relate much with his home life, I felt a little like an outcast with my friends and neighbors while I was growing up until I met all of you. Kind of scared of the bully down the street and while I was able to play sports well enough to be accepted during games, I sort of felt like Dylan with his skully skill. As soon as he established himself as the best, no one else really wanted to play anymore. I’m liking it so far.
Thursday, January 31, 2008
Daniel Hatch - So, I got the book
So, I went to the library and picked up "The Fortress of Solitude," and I noticed that it is quite long for very busy people to read in one (short) month. Just to let those know who haven't gotten it. It is 500+ pages. Obviously doable, but I don't want people to get discouraged the first month. Just wanted to make sure everyone was aware of what they were agreeing to.
Chris Francis - First Impressions
So the only copy of the book that Murray library has is a large print, hardback versions - 885 pages! Ouch.
Greatest quote thus far:
If the Etch A Sketch and the Spirograph had really worked they would probably be machines, not toys, they would be part of the way the adult universe operated, and be mounted onto the instrument panels of cars or worn on the belts of policemen. Dylan understood and accepted this. These things were broken because they were toys, and vice versa. They required his pity and patience, like retarded children who'd been entrusted to his care.
That makes me think of Ben. Any reference to retarded children makes me happy. Good book so far!
PS Be sure to put your name in the subject header so we can know who is commenting. Someone that knows more about blogging than I do can explain to the group how we can all have different logins and post names.
Greatest quote thus far:
If the Etch A Sketch and the Spirograph had really worked they would probably be machines, not toys, they would be part of the way the adult universe operated, and be mounted onto the instrument panels of cars or worn on the belts of policemen. Dylan understood and accepted this. These things were broken because they were toys, and vice versa. They required his pity and patience, like retarded children who'd been entrusted to his care.
That makes me think of Ben. Any reference to retarded children makes me happy. Good book so far!
PS Be sure to put your name in the subject header so we can know who is commenting. Someone that knows more about blogging than I do can explain to the group how we can all have different logins and post names.
Clint Cowley - Inpatient and Bossy
Ok Fortress it is! So from now on we are going to be posting on the blog right?
Jimmy Rex - Vote
Fortress sounds good to me. I think it is fitting and all too. Is this your recommendation Cameron? If so just declare it and that will be the first book.
Cameron Carling - Vote
hey, anyone remember when clint wrote some racist stuff to everyone and then forgot to hit "reply-all." yeah, that was awesome. My vote is for either Fortress of Solitude or Then We Came to the End.cc
Clint Cowley - Racist
On Jan 31, 2008 10:53 AM, Clint Cowley <ccowley24@yahoo.com> wrote:
Too many to decide from. I am okay with all of them except the really long one. I am trying to become to "a good reader" too. We don't need to read a book just about blacks for this month if the book sucks. I am not racist but I am just planning on watching a lot of the Black Television channel this month in honor of them. Speaking of racists, anyone remember that baseball tournament in New Mexico with that Indian umpire? But I am okay with whatever. I just say one of the "good readers" just pick the book and let's get going.
Too many to decide from. I am okay with all of them except the really long one. I am trying to become to "a good reader" too. We don't need to read a book just about blacks for this month if the book sucks. I am not racist but I am just planning on watching a lot of the Black Television channel this month in honor of them. Speaking of racists, anyone remember that baseball tournament in New Mexico with that Indian umpire? But I am okay with whatever. I just say one of the "good readers" just pick the book and let's get going.
Cameron Carling - Suggestions
Cameron Carling <carling@gmail.com> wrote:
If there was ever a time for a bunch of white male twenty-somethings from Utah to start a book club it's now, during Black History Month. Very astute Frank, very astute. I attribute most of that to you "just become a good reader."Are we shooting for fiction? Non-fiction? A mixture? I've got a favorite from the list below, but check 'em all out.So many books, such a short month. Let's see:For Black History MonthFortress of Solitude: Jonathan Lethem-If there still remains any doubt, this novel confirms Lethem's status as the poet of Brooklyn and of motherless boys. Projected through the prism of race relations, black music and pop art, Lethem's stunning, disturbing and authoritatively observed narrative covers three decades of turbulent events on Dean Street, Brooklyn.-I just read his novel Motherless Brooklyn and it was badassThe Most Famous Man in America: The Biography of Henry Ward Beecher (Paperback)by Debby Applegate -might be a bit long for book club, but on topicNot for Black History MonthThen We Came to the End: Joshua Ferris-In this wildly funny debut from former ad man Ferris, a group of copywriters and designers at a Chicago ad agency face layoffs at the end of the '90s boom.-my roommate just read this and love itOn Humour (Thinking in Action) (Paperback)by Simon Critchley -this dude is coming into Google in a few months, sounds interestingStill Life with Woodpecker (Paperback)by Tom Robbins-this guy is a little out there, but his stuff is really funny. Jitterbug Perfume is one of my favorite books. If you get a chance to read it, the last 40 pages will destroy your brain. Seriously.Stuff and Things about Foreigners:The Brief Wondrous Life of Ocsar Wao: Junot Diaz-The Dominican Republic he portrays in The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao is a wild, beautiful, dangerous and contradictory place, both hopelessly impoverished and impossibly rich. Not so different, perhaps, from anyone else's ancestral homeland, but Díaz's weirdly wonderful novel illustrates the island's uniquely powerful hold on Dominicans wherever they may wander ---supposedly one of the best novels of 2007Interpreter of Maladiesby Jhumpa Lahiri-an oldy but a goody according to most. ya know, like the people that give out that Nobel Prize thingy.all other suggestions welcome. i'm tired of thinking.cc
If there was ever a time for a bunch of white male twenty-somethings from Utah to start a book club it's now, during Black History Month. Very astute Frank, very astute. I attribute most of that to you "just become a good reader."Are we shooting for fiction? Non-fiction? A mixture? I've got a favorite from the list below, but check 'em all out.So many books, such a short month. Let's see:For Black History MonthFortress of Solitude: Jonathan Lethem-If there still remains any doubt, this novel confirms Lethem's status as the poet of Brooklyn and of motherless boys. Projected through the prism of race relations, black music and pop art, Lethem's stunning, disturbing and authoritatively observed narrative covers three decades of turbulent events on Dean Street, Brooklyn.-I just read his novel Motherless Brooklyn and it was badassThe Most Famous Man in America: The Biography of Henry Ward Beecher (Paperback)by Debby Applegate -might be a bit long for book club, but on topicNot for Black History MonthThen We Came to the End: Joshua Ferris-In this wildly funny debut from former ad man Ferris, a group of copywriters and designers at a Chicago ad agency face layoffs at the end of the '90s boom.-my roommate just read this and love itOn Humour (Thinking in Action) (Paperback)by Simon Critchley -this dude is coming into Google in a few months, sounds interestingStill Life with Woodpecker (Paperback)by Tom Robbins-this guy is a little out there, but his stuff is really funny. Jitterbug Perfume is one of my favorite books. If you get a chance to read it, the last 40 pages will destroy your brain. Seriously.Stuff and Things about Foreigners:The Brief Wondrous Life of Ocsar Wao: Junot Diaz-The Dominican Republic he portrays in The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao is a wild, beautiful, dangerous and contradictory place, both hopelessly impoverished and impossibly rich. Not so different, perhaps, from anyone else's ancestral homeland, but Díaz's weirdly wonderful novel illustrates the island's uniquely powerful hold on Dominicans wherever they may wander ---supposedly one of the best novels of 2007Interpreter of Maladiesby Jhumpa Lahiri-an oldy but a goody according to most. ya know, like the people that give out that Nobel Prize thingy.all other suggestions welcome. i'm tired of thinking.cc
Chris Francis - Cameron's Choice
On Jan 30, 2008 8:10 PM, Chris Francis <franksbig@hotmail.com> wrote:
This is a fantastic idea. We need to decide on a book by tomorrow so that we have a full month to finish it. I am a bit of a slow reader and need as much time as I can to plow through something. I am just become a good reader and the last three books I have read were recommended to me by Jimmy and Cameron. Since I'm new to this reading thing, I think a "pro" should be the one to step up and suggest the first book. I nominate Cameron. The last time I made the decision on something (naming our mission era newsletter) I didn't live it down. So what are we to read during Black history month Cam?
This is a fantastic idea. We need to decide on a book by tomorrow so that we have a full month to finish it. I am a bit of a slow reader and need as much time as I can to plow through something. I am just become a good reader and the last three books I have read were recommended to me by Jimmy and Cameron. Since I'm new to this reading thing, I think a "pro" should be the one to step up and suggest the first book. I nominate Cameron. The last time I made the decision on something (naming our mission era newsletter) I didn't live it down. So what are we to read during Black history month Cam?
Chris Smurthwaite - Acceptance
Hey Man, I am back in town from Iraq and I like the idea. Everything sounds good. Are you going to rotate months for each of us to pick a book? Anyway, let me know man. Ill give you a call sometime soon.Take care buddy.Smurf
Dan Hatch - No Consequences
On Jan 30, 2008 10:54 AM, Daniel Hatch <mdhatch@gmail.com> wrote:
Hey guys,I'm excited to not only have a little book club, but also to have a friend blog/website to pass information on. Anyways, I'm in to reading. I especially am interested to see what everyone's choices are, but I can't really have a punishment because with some of the stressors going on right now (school, suing Andrea's boss, and Board study), I can't be held responsible for one more thing, although I will try my best to keep up.Daniel
Hey guys,I'm excited to not only have a little book club, but also to have a friend blog/website to pass information on. Anyways, I'm in to reading. I especially am interested to see what everyone's choices are, but I can't really have a punishment because with some of the stressors going on right now (school, suing Andrea's boss, and Board study), I can't be held responsible for one more thing, although I will try my best to keep up.Daniel
Jimmy Rex - Proposal
On Jan 30, 2008 12:34 PM, Rex James <yimmyrex@hotmail.com> wrote:
Hey guys I wanted to start an email chain about the book club. I think it will be a great way for us to have an excuse to talk about something over the course of a month. Since we can't talk sports, politics, or religion without people sounding stupid or ignorant so I figured this would be a good way for us to expand our thinking and work on our versatility. I am open for suggestions but I think that we should do one book per month and each month someone new gets to pick the book. We can start a free blog that we comment on, we can use this for other purposes as well. Post schedules of important events, news, etc... Frank and I will take care of the blog unless someone else wants to? Lets start in Feb. and if anyone has a book they want to open up with please feel free to volunteer first. We can limit the choices or we can say anything is game. I think the latter would be better? Keeping in mind that you should pick something we can all enjoy and benefit from. Anyways, lets hear your thoughts. Thanks. By the way Dave won't be joining at this time because of school and I haven't gotten a hold of Smurf yet so I'll be excited to hear if he will be joining us. Everyone else is on board. Also, what should the punishment be if someone doesn't read the book?
Hey guys I wanted to start an email chain about the book club. I think it will be a great way for us to have an excuse to talk about something over the course of a month. Since we can't talk sports, politics, or religion without people sounding stupid or ignorant so I figured this would be a good way for us to expand our thinking and work on our versatility. I am open for suggestions but I think that we should do one book per month and each month someone new gets to pick the book. We can start a free blog that we comment on, we can use this for other purposes as well. Post schedules of important events, news, etc... Frank and I will take care of the blog unless someone else wants to? Lets start in Feb. and if anyone has a book they want to open up with please feel free to volunteer first. We can limit the choices or we can say anything is game. I think the latter would be better? Keeping in mind that you should pick something we can all enjoy and benefit from. Anyways, lets hear your thoughts. Thanks. By the way Dave won't be joining at this time because of school and I haven't gotten a hold of Smurf yet so I'll be excited to hear if he will be joining us. Everyone else is on board. Also, what should the punishment be if someone doesn't read the book?
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