Henry James’s “Princess Casamassima” – book review
When I finished reading this book, I looked at the world in a bemused daze… Continue reading Henry James’s “Princess Casamassima” – book review
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Oliver Bullough ‘s “Moneyland” – book review
I bought this book on a whim and I don’t regret it. Continue reading Oliver Bullough ‘s “Moneyland” – book review
Ryszard Kapuściński “Travels with Herodotus” (Podróże z Herodotem) – a short book essay
I wouldn’t have it in my heart to say that I could write any semblance of an impartial review of Kapuściński’s Travels with Herodotus. Here’s why: the book is wired into my very nervous system. If you’re seeking a somewhat less biased introduction to the book, by all means, have a look at the reviews : here are links to The Guardian and The New … Continue reading Ryszard Kapuściński “Travels with Herodotus” (Podróże z Herodotem) – a short book essay
James Wong’s “How to Eat Better” – book review
Wong attempts to synthesize the latest scientific studies on healthy eating. Continue reading James Wong’s “How to Eat Better” – book review
The Courage to Be Disliked – book review
The focus of the book are the teachings of Alfred Adler, a contemporary of Freud’s who lived and taught together with him in Vienna. But Freud and Adler fell out, and while Freud became the superstar of psychology, Adler has been much less discussed, at least in popular culture. While Freud uses the idea of past trauma to unlock the secrets of the mind, Adler … Continue reading The Courage to Be Disliked – book review
John Guy’s “Mary Queen of Scots” – book review
I picked up this copy of John Guy’s “Mary Queen of Scots” at Sainsbury’s for 4 pounds, with a film tie-in cover, and I do not regret it. The book was published originally as “My Heart is My Own” and won the Whitbread Biography Award in 2004. I had read David Starkey’s biography of the young Elizabeth when I was in my early teens, but … Continue reading John Guy’s “Mary Queen of Scots” – book review
Gillian Beer’s “Alice in Space” – book review
If you’re a hardcore Alice in Wonderland fan… Continue reading Gillian Beer’s “Alice in Space” – book review
Dr Rangan Chatterjee’s “The Four Pillar Plan” – book review
If you’re looking for some basic tips on how to improve your health, this book is a good place to start. Continue reading Dr Rangan Chatterjee’s “The Four Pillar Plan” – book review
Herodotus “The Histories” – book review
Herodotus The Histories is a brick of a book. It’s 750 pages of history and ethnography with a loose Greek- Persian theme to it. It’s definitely not always a page-turner. But I am so glad I read it, because there are moments in it that absolutely illuminated my understanding of ancient Greece. The reason I reached for Herodotus is Ryszard Kapuściński’s Travels with Herodotus. I took … Continue reading Herodotus “The Histories” – book review
Seth Godin “This is Marketing” – book review
Seth Godin has written many books on marketing, and recently I’ve decided to read at least one of them. This is Marketing is his most recent title. It’s very readable, and I devoured it in one afternoon. It’s not really intended as an introduction to the subject, despite its encouraging title. However, for those who have had some experience of marketing, this is a very … Continue reading Seth Godin “This is Marketing” – book review
