I'm currently Saving Money For The Greater Good Of My Future. It's a trial, but I'm just about bearing it. Here's how ... The Open Library for those who like to enjoy the wonder of the library from the comfort of their home (AKA those who avoid other humans at all costs) You have to… Continue reading the bookworm’s guide to reading on a budget
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Bookish Influences: The One That Cost Me an Arm and a Leg
Alright, I'll admit it - a book made me purchase a violin. Which, of course, probably says more about me than I'm comfortable with admitting. [cough *gullible* cough *easily influenced* cough] In my defense, read this and see if you don't want an instrument that understands you and ... ... instead of playing any of… Continue reading Bookish Influences: The One That Cost Me an Arm and a Leg
Henty and I
I've read the great majority of G A Henty's books. I gorged on them. They were on the internet! Better yet, they were free! Many late nights were spent reading one book after another. Beric the Briton, A Knight of the White Cross, In the Reign of Terror, For the Temple and Winning His Spurs… Continue reading Henty and I
Quotables – Fascinating Work, Slaving Away and Poetical Landscapes
I can't sit still and see another man slaving and working. I want to get up and superintend, and walk round with my hands in my pockets, and tell him what to do. It is my energetic nature. I can't help it. - - - I like work: it fascinates me. I can sit and… Continue reading Quotables – Fascinating Work, Slaving Away and Poetical Landscapes
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