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5 Great Books I've Read So Far This Year...
I've read some pretty good books in the last three months and I thought it would be a good time to share some of them with you. Some of you follow my book reviews quite carefully and so, there will be no surprises in the following list. There are definitely some contenders for the best book of the year. This year has been especially good for discovering some brand new authors I had never encountered before and also, for reading outside of my comfort zone whilst also maintaining a good relationship with modern horror which is one of my favourite genres.
By Annie Kapur2 years ago in Geeks
Book Review: "The Science of Happiness" by Professor Bruce Hood
I think everyone wants to know how to be happy scientifically and so, this book seems appealing. It is not really what you would call a 'self-help' book due to the fact it is not trying to give you quick fixes, but is in fact trying to get you to change in the long run by using science to support the facts. I would say that it makes some weird presumptions that I won't dwell too much on but there are a lot of things to be learnt here. I find it kind of rubbed the wrong way against another book I read entitled The Let Them Theory especially when it comes to parenting. Where The Let Them Theory suggests that praise for all the little things is the way to get wins on the big things when it comes to children, The Science of Happiness simply does not support - stating that over praise can lead to dependency. I don't know who to believe. As a teacher, I believe the latter but as someone in the hands of doctors right now, I believe the first. Let's take a look at the book then...
By Annie Kapur2 years ago in Geeks
Book Review: "Orpheus Emerged" by Jack Kerouac
There's never really a set time where Kerouac has to be read and I think that is the joy of certain authors. It takes real talent to break me out of my reading hyperfixations in order to read something completely different. Kerouac is one of those authors. When I see a book by him I perhaps have not read, I must read it regardless of what strangely specific topic I am reading about at that moment. Orpheus Emerged is one of those books. I think you are as surprised as I am that there's still stuff by Kerouac that I haven't read but, I hope that this does not complete the bibliography though I'll have to look it up and find out.
By Annie Kapur2 years ago in Geeks
Book Review: "Seven Myths About Money" by Rob Dix
I have no idea why I'm reading books about money and investment but I hope this doesn't become a hyperfixation of mine because that would be really annoying. I'd turn into those weirdos online who swear by books by big investment firms and talks by Jordan Belfort - I would become insufferable and so, I'm making sure it doesn't become a whole thing. Rob Dix's book though has been recommended to me over and over again by Amazon and so, I'm going to take a dive into it and see what I think. Not too long and not too complex, the book itself seems like a bit of fun - but what does it discuss really?
By Annie Kapur2 years ago in Geeks
Everything is Cannibalism
Background and Context: As you know, I’ve been working on my articles to do with Shakespeare and fear not, for that is still going on. I wanted to add some of my other ideas into the mix though. Another thing I studied at university and wanted to explore more was horror and its trends. Back then, my article was meant to be called “May-Queens and the Folk Horror Revival” whereas now, I have had to change it as a few years have passed since the announcement of the film ‘Midsommar’ (2019) (yeah, it hadn’t even come out yet, it was just announced back then). Now that I’ve updated the title, I can actually get on to formulating the essay. As this was meant to be published on a website, it should be easier to read and more compelling than those I’m writing about Shakespeare and in-depth literary analysis stuff.
By Annie Kapur2 years ago in Geeks
Thousand Cranes by Yasunari Kawabata
"Thousand Cranes" (original title: "Senbazuru") is a novel written by Japanese author Yasunari Kawabata, first published in 1952. The work marks a significant entry in Kawabata's oeuvre and contributes to his status as a leading figure in Japanese literature. Kawabata was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1968, largely due to his unique narrative style and deep exploration of Japanese aesthetics and culture.
By Annie Kapur2 years ago in Geeks
'Survivor' Host Jeff Probst Shed a Tear For the First Time on the Show: A Historic Moment in Reality TV
'Survivor' Host Jeff Probst Shed a Tear For the First Time on the Show: A Historic Moment in Reality TV Introduction For over two decades, Jeff Probst has been the unshakable face of Survivor, guiding contestants through grueling challenges and intense tribal councils. Known for his composure and ability to maintain a poker face in the most emotional moments, Probst rarely shows vulnerability. However, in a recent episode, something extraordinary happened—Jeff Probst shed a tear for the first time on Survivor. This rare emotional moment sent shockwaves through the fandom, leaving many wondering: what moved him so deeply?
By Afia Sikder2 years ago in Geeks
