tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4035650454978982433.post7646289713858288978..comments2024-03-07T03:01:03.672-05:00Comments on roses over a cottage door: A New Book or FiveDarlenehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07415316482631852565noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4035650454978982433.post-63784083223637424212012-08-04T18:20:41.530-04:002012-08-04T18:20:41.530-04:00Think I might treat myself to ET's short stori...Think I might treat myself to ET's short stories, too. Looking at it in Waterstones the other day and as you say the cover is beautiful. I'm in the mood for short stories right now.Vintage Readinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05971819409379613967noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4035650454978982433.post-84709871752127618082012-07-22T14:18:31.036-04:002012-07-22T14:18:31.036-04:00I've had the library order it so I can snag it...I've had the library order it so I can snag it as soon as it comes in. <br /><br />I've missed you, too! I've been so bad at keeping up with blogs, but I've ruthlessly cut my blog list and I'm hoping to be around more. If you find yourself unable to wait for the show on cable, let me know and I shall come bearing links. :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4035650454978982433.post-77457850878024234732012-07-20T16:00:29.984-04:002012-07-20T16:00:29.984-04:00There is definitely a gap in my reading for not ha...There is definitely a gap in my reading for not having a work by VW under my belt, something to rectify straight away! Nicola wrote a beautiful biography in The Other Elizabeth Taylor, I actually got teary a few times while reading it. It has been a great resource to pull out when I finish one of Taylor's books which I'm doling out in dribs and drabs for fear of reading the last one. Have a super weekend, Jeanne!Darlenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07415316482631852565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4035650454978982433.post-49963624968169332142012-07-20T15:44:45.043-04:002012-07-20T15:44:45.043-04:00Just had a hop over to yours, we share a fondness ...Just had a hop over to yours, we share a fondness for loads of the same titles. I see that No Name is on your nightstand. Book Snob and I had a read-along for two a couple of years ago and we both really enjoyed it! Not sure where you live but London is my favourite city for all its museums, bookshops and galleries. Any book that takes me winding through its streets is like a mini holiday and I can't resist. Thanks for stopping by!Darlenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07415316482631852565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4035650454978982433.post-14849748613836282642012-07-20T15:37:14.851-04:002012-07-20T15:37:14.851-04:00Hahaha! I hope you're not too disappointed to...Hahaha! I hope you're not too disappointed to learn it's not new to the city but new to me. It's Ten Editions at the corner of Spadina and Sussex...just a few minutes stroll down the street and around the corner from BMV on Bloor. It's absolutely packed with books and just a warning, it's a tad hot inside so dress in something cool if you plan on staying awhile. Have fun, Susan!Darlenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07415316482631852565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4035650454978982433.post-76554398825658166802012-07-20T15:29:49.081-04:002012-07-20T15:29:49.081-04:00I hope so too, Simon! You hear Mrs Dalloway quote...I hope so too, Simon! You hear Mrs Dalloway quoted from so often that I just assumed it was the bestseller from Virginia's oeuvre. For some reason knowing that the masses find a book really appealing matters so I can't help looking at the star rating on amazon for each new book that I buy.Darlenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07415316482631852565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4035650454978982433.post-56002370428738016012012-07-20T15:00:38.754-04:002012-07-20T15:00:38.754-04:00Oh Kate, I have missed you! The book is quite ent...Oh Kate, I have missed you! The book is quite entertaining, you will laugh, squirm and say 'ugh' loads of times. I read an article about H,H and H in the Daily Telegraph, it's right up my street so if it doesn't show up on a cable channel then I just may be driven to do something illegal! Thrilled to hear from you...Darlenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07415316482631852565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4035650454978982433.post-12099280716167034642012-07-20T14:55:34.104-04:002012-07-20T14:55:34.104-04:00That book and a quiet weekend would be sheer bliss...That book and a quiet weekend would be sheer bliss, Mystica.Darlenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07415316482631852565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4035650454978982433.post-91430844931918557022012-07-20T14:54:59.259-04:002012-07-20T14:54:59.259-04:00I'm leaning towards reading Between the Acts n...I'm leaning towards reading Between the Acts next, Rachel. The time has come to face Virginia and her pen! We haven't had the pleasure of Lucy's documentaries here yet but Roman has been given strict instructions to keep his eye out for them. What is it with men and their constant trolling of the guide?Darlenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07415316482631852565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4035650454978982433.post-78752030751698863462012-07-20T11:06:38.640-04:002012-07-20T11:06:38.640-04:00Darlene, I've been on a bit of a VW quest so f...Darlene, I've been on a bit of a VW quest so far this year, reading both Orlando and Mrs Dalloway and an excellent biography - Virginia Woolf: An inner Life by Julie Briggs and a lovely little book celebrating the homes of both Virginia and Vanessa Bell. I sometimes think I may prefer non-fiction loving biographies as I do. Recently finished Blaming by ET and now I'm reading Nicola Beauman's The Other Elizabeth Taylor. Once I hook on to an author I always feel a need to read their biographies....<br /><br />I think my next reads will be some of VW's essays and diaries.<br /><br />I love Lucy Worsley. Her book has now been added to my list too!<br /><br />Enjoy the VW's.<br /><br />Jeanne<br />xReading Tea Leaveshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16928999793157507134noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4035650454978982433.post-10704206838297029132012-07-20T05:03:29.360-04:002012-07-20T05:03:29.360-04:00I have the same Wordsworth edition of Between The ...I have the same Wordsworth edition of Between The Acts and The Years, and it is really excellent value for money. Beautiful For Ever sounds absolutely tempting, must check that out! And how fortunate of you to grab that Penguin Book of British Comic Stories! <br />Happy reading.... :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4035650454978982433.post-12556155280181333822012-07-19T16:49:10.843-04:002012-07-19T16:49:10.843-04:00This comment has been removed by the author.My Little Cornerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09304803189575739911noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4035650454978982433.post-71000170585832333752012-07-19T08:28:49.617-04:002012-07-19T08:28:49.617-04:00A new second-hand bookshop in Toronto? Even if st...A new second-hand bookshop in Toronto? Even if steepish prices, do tell, please. Name and location??Susan Dhttp://www.susannastone.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4035650454978982433.post-7165903214110677422012-07-19T05:01:36.146-04:002012-07-19T05:01:36.146-04:00Hurrah for Woolf! I do hope you love Between the A...Hurrah for Woolf! I do hope you love Between the Acts. And I must re-read The Years. I think it was her bestseller during her life, but not often mentioned on blogs now...StuckInABookhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10017836017530130716noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4035650454978982433.post-13651822867136842792012-07-18T22:22:25.538-04:002012-07-18T22:22:25.538-04:00I've just been watching Lucy Worsley's Har...I've just been watching Lucy Worsley's Harlots, Housewives and Heroines. I'll have to look out for that book!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4035650454978982433.post-40962984244713846622012-07-18T21:28:36.767-04:002012-07-18T21:28:36.767-04:00Like the look of the Elizabeth Taylor!Like the look of the Elizabeth Taylor!Mysticahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10941269615559681014noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4035650454978982433.post-86896046525293199492012-07-18T19:03:45.101-04:002012-07-18T19:03:45.101-04:00You have got some fantastic books there Darlene! I...You have got some fantastic books there Darlene! I am so pleased you got Between the Acts - I'm sure you'll absolutely love it. And I love Lucy Worsley - have you seen her TV shows? I can't wait to hear about the book! It's so good to have you back :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com