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Hunt Famous
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Fat Cult
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After all, books are magical in the sense that, no matter what the price or how poor the quality of the printing, the value of the words is exactly the same!
Flick Wit
Saw the trailer - I am ready to be grabbed by the scruff of the neck.
Michaelie
Postmodern Critic
Relativity Watch
Padsoc
Joanne, I'm not sure if you're aware that The Simpsons is a very highly regarded satire? There are numerous academic articles written about it, and it is often studied in TV courses at university...
I don't see the discussion of writing as indulgent but as necessary to a healthy lifestyle - as vital as eating well and getting exercise. That's why we have expressions like 'food for thought' and 'exercising your mind'.
Great article, and I'm glad you encourage your children to read so much.
Thanks Michaelie
Postmoderncritic - I am aware of how highly regarded THe Simpsons is as an adult satire. Are you aware of the effect that show has on an eight-year old's inappropriate use of the phrase 'eat my shorts'?
Jo
Postmodern Critic
Relativity Watch
Padsoc
Writers In Writing (and other writing)
This post brought tears of joy to my eyes. I, too, am a believer in The Book. I remember in times past when I was feeling traumatised or just fragile I would reach for a book in much the same way an addict must reach for their drug of choice. I proudly declare that my addiction is to reading.
What a beautiful indulgence to attend the SWF - being trapped here in the backwaters (well Newcastle anyway!) I am supremely envious of you Sydney-siders!
The Great Gatsby is arguably my favourite book (if I really must choose - which, btw, I was actually asked to do today) so I am intrigued by Nicki Greenberg's 'exquisite' cartoon version.
Thank you so much for sharing - and the metaphor about 'the light going on' in your son's eyes is simply glorious.
Beautiful post
Jayne
Sounds of Sydney
To follow on from Cibbuano's thoughts,there used to be a second hand book store near a old workplace, and it was so much fun going in. Some of the classics were actual first prints, and mostly priced between the $10-$30 price range- an absolute steal.
Raven
I think you writing his own adventure book is a super idea !
Take care
Anne