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Book Review: "Reveries of the Solitary Walker" by Jean-Jacques Rousseau
The last time I dipped into Jean-Jacques Rousseau's Reveries of the Solitary Walker I was in university. I have to admit, I didn't actually find too much enjoyment in it and that was probably because I was reading it during some examination period so I was likely stressed out. Recently, I found a copy for free on Kindle (or at least discounted, I don't remember) and I decided to give it another go. Four years' ago I did read The Confessions by Rousseau and if you want to read my ramblings about why it's important, then click here. Otherwise, let's continue...
By Annie Kapur7 months ago in Geeks
Book Review: "The Collected Dorothy Parker" by Dorothy Parker
I'm not a big Dorothy Parker reader and have only read a tiny bit in my time. I am by no means a fan. I'm going to be very honest with you here. There was a deal on the online used bookstore and so, I needed a good, cheap book to add to the deal so I could get one of my books for free. I'm looking at doing the same thing but I'm not sure which book I want for free. Anyways, Dorothy Parker's stories have been more entertaining than her poetry (which I'm more on the fence about). So here we go: a review of The Collected Dorothy Parker. And let's keep it to the good stuff, shall we?
By Annie Kapur7 months ago in Geeks
Book Review: "The Scent of Dried Roses" by Tim Lott
Used bookshops are all the rage if you've got a little bit of money in your pocket. Some books are as cheap as perhaps a few pounds and of course, therefore much cheaper than Amazon - including sometimes Amazon's digital borrowing service. I recently hankered around some used online bookshops and found a few texts that were sort of random. I'm going to admit I didn't read the backs of them before buying - I just bought ones that were cheap and on sale. This is the first of the books in that realm, about family, mental illness, suicide all set against a backdrop of an ever-changing Southall, London...
By Annie Kapur7 months ago in Geeks
Florida vs. LSU
Beyond the Scoreboard: Why Florida vs. LSU is the SEC's Most Unpredictable Game In the SEC, where history is measured in national championships and legendary coaches, the Florida vs LSU rivalry is a relative newcomer to the elite tier. Yet, ask any fan of the Florida Gators football team or the LSU Tigers football program, and they'll tell you this game has evolved into one of the most heated, unpredictable, and consequential contests on the LSU football schedule and the Florida football schedule. It’s a rivalry defined not by decades of history, but by a modern era of breathtaking plays, controversial moments, and high-stakes implications.
By KAMRAN AHMAD7 months ago in Geeks
América vs. Guadalajara
América vs. Guadalajara: The Eternal Rivalry of Mexican Football In Liga MX, no fixture commands attention like the América - Guadalajara clash. Known as 'El Súper Clásico', it is more than a game; it is a cultural event that divides households, defines identities, and captures the heart of futbol mexicano. This rivalry, steeped in decades of history, is a battle between two contrasting philosophies, and every meeting, including the upcoming Chivas vs America 2025 fixtures, writes a new chapter in its legendary story.
By KAMRAN AHMAD7 months ago in Geeks
Book Review: "Selfish Girls" by Abigail Bergstrom
I'm shuffling around lately and that means my reading is shuffling too. I'm trying to read stuff that I probably wouldn't normally pick up and one of those books is Selfish Girls by Abigail Bergstrom. I have to say that the beginning of the novel definitely draws us in, but as it plays out, the reader can get very annoyed by the characters. I'm not sure whether that is the point, but I definitely believe that there are characters that the reader can connect with easier than others. The novel explores generational trauma and womanhood. I will have to say though, even though it does explore these themes it is still a novel that is blind to class as I did find myself thinking in more than one instance that these are very middle class issues.
By Annie Kapur7 months ago in Geeks
Wordle Hint
Introduction Every morning, thousands of players worldwide open their browsers or the New York Times Wordle app, ready to take on the challenge of guessing the hidden five-letter word. For many, solving Wordle today is a ritual—a mix of logic, vocabulary, and luck. But sometimes the puzzle feels tougher than usual, and that’s when a Wordle hint comes in handy.
By KAMRAN AHMAD7 months ago in Geeks
Super Mario Galaxy Movie
Introduction Few gaming franchises have left as lasting a legacy as Super Mario Galaxy. First released on the Nintendo Wii in 2007, the game took Mario beyond the Mushroom Kingdom and into the vast expanse of space, redefining platforming with its gravity-defying worlds and orchestral soundtrack. Now, rumors and fan demands for a Super Mario Galaxy Movie have reignited discussions in the gaming and film communities.
By KAMRAN AHMAD7 months ago in Geeks
Death in Venice by Thomas Mann
Death in Venice is a novella by the German auhor Thomas Mann (who appears somewhat on my list of greatest books with an entry titled Lotte in Weimar). It was originally published in 1912 under the name Der Tod in Venedig and it still stands as one of his most studied pieces. If you did not believe that Thomas Mann was a master of psychological insight before then you sure as hell will when reading this incredible, and slightly controversial, text. Mann had already become a big name in the literature world with the success of his novel Buddenbrooks written just over a decade before. Unlike his former novel, Death in Venice seems more like a study in decay - the decay of both the body and the spirit.
By Annie Kapur7 months ago in Geeks
Book Review: "Glamorous Notions" by Megan Chance
So I'm back to reading some books on my phone (which is why you won't find a 'photograph taken by me' on the front seeing as I take the photos with my phone and well, I simply can't do it). One of the books I got was called Glamorous Notions which, I know, doesn't look like my kind of book at all. I tend to avoid the whole 'Hollywood inspired vapid espionage book' altogether. But I have to say that this one, with its frequent flashbacks and the hidden past of the protagonist which slowly gets unfolded, makes for a genuinely interesting read. So, even though I perhaps wasn't fully on board with it - I definitely enjoyed it enough to feature it here with (I might add) a pretty good score...
By Annie Kapur7 months ago in Geeks
