Recommended readings.
Reading is good. Here's a list of books/authors that are also good:
1) Wilbur Smith - simply put, if you haven't read Wilbur yet now is the time to start. You may love it, you may hate it, but at least you'll have a reaction. Wilbur's the name, historical fiction is the game. Among must reads:
When the Lion Feeds - early South Africa.
River God - ancient Egypt
The Seventh Scroll - River God sequel.
Birds of Prey - Pirates! Africa!
Monsoon - Older pirates! Africa!
Blue Horizon
At the very least, you will be entertained. At the most, you will be enthralled, awed and inspired to live a better life. (OK, I might be stretching. However, you will definitely learn something about rascally Bushmen along the line...and who doesn't want to learn about rascally Bushmen, those wise sages of the veld).
2) Michael Crichton - yes, I know, he has disappointed of late, but go back, my friend, to the earlier works and you will likey real good.
Jurassic Park - I have read this countless times, puts the movie to shame.
Sphere
Prey - if you majored in nanotechnology, this is the book for you!
3) Yann Martel - Life of Pi. An astonishing tale, one of my fav books in recent years, up there with Playboy's 2001 Christmas issue.
4) Ayn Rand - Ayn Rand is not for everyone, be warned. You could describe her as "talky". But definitely interesting.
The Fountainhead
Atlas Shrugged - give yourself a year to read this one. Also useful as a doorstop.
5) Leon Uris - Exodus: I haven't finished it yet, but when I am done it will surely be on this list.
6) Alex Garland - The Beach: brilliant. Lord of the Flies-ish. Movie was a huge disappointment. Le0 de Crappio. The book though is the thing though, it really is.
OK, I have been rambling. The point: reading is good. So get to it.
BIG U2 DVD RELEASE PARTY THIS WEEKEND!!! I'LL BRING THE VODDIE, YOU BRING THE COWBOY HAT.
adios amigos. hasta luego.
posted by Levs at 1:33 AM
4 Comments:
So...I'm reading, not what you read, but I'm reading. Though, you did not inspire my inclination for the written word, I must ask: how do you recommend a book that you haven't fully read? That's a bit outrageous of you don't you think?
Sheesh. also, Gene Wilder, has not been put out to pasture by Hollywood - his exile is self-imposed. Since the death of his wife Gilda Radner (whom you should know of Saturday Night Live, fame), he has been a recluse. He has chosen to live his current life as such - out of the spotlight. I agree with you on his infinite comedic talent, and his repertoire certainly is worth boasting - perhaps an honourarium at an upcoming Awards show, dare I say, even an Oscar - if he doesn't have one...what say ye?
And, while I'm here, how about something on Daniel Negraneau - 2 time WPT chapmion on Season 3 - over $3.7 million in earnings - top amongst WPT members.
Huh, Not too shabby...
EM
11:12 AM
Apparently Mr. Wilder has made a few appearnances on Will and Grace. Still though, we got to put this kid in pictures!
2:20 PM
Gene has been in a few made for tv movies too... Nothing says your career is over like made for tv movies...
7:10 PM
Hi Levs. I was looking for natural cancer supplements related information and came across your blog. Very good reading! I have a natural cancer supplements site. It covers everything about colon cancer prevention, warning signs, and the treatment for colon cancer. Check it out when you can :)
9:27 PM
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