Ann Radcliffe “The Mysteries of Udolpho” – book review
I’d been planning to read The Mysteries of Udolpho ever since I had first read Northanger Abbey. Continue reading Ann Radcliffe “The Mysteries of Udolpho” – book review
Month: February 2021
Friedrich Nietzsche “Beyond Good and Evil” – quotes and comments
I decided in this particular case not to do a proper review. I read this book with a pencil in hand, and so I underlined many of the passages that I found intriguing. My notes are in bold. I was feeling a bit snarky… Continue reading Friedrich Nietzsche “Beyond Good and Evil” – quotes and comments
Maria Edgeworth “Belinda” – book review
Belinda is caught between her loyalty to lady Delacour, her wish to do what is right, and her fascination with the young and gallant Clarence Hervey. Continue reading Maria Edgeworth “Belinda” – book review
John le Carré “Agent Running in the Field” – book review
This book was published in 2019 when John Le Carré was 88 years old. One can only hope to be in such great mental form at his age. It appears there’s nothing like writing a spy novel to keep your brain sharp. Agent Running in the Field is not Le Carré’s best novel: but then, Le Carré at his best is very good indeed. This … Continue reading John le Carré “Agent Running in the Field” – book review
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