I finally got around to making grilled steak tacos and am now kicking myself for not making it before. It’s easy and tasty.
Month: July 2024
Amazon Kindle vs. Kobo Libra 2
For the past 10 years I’ve read books exclusively as e-books from Amazon. In December 2014 as I was reading the paperback Bonk by Mary Roach I found myself huddled in the corner of my chair near the light and holding the book to get the most light I could on it. That was ridiculous,… Continue reading Amazon Kindle vs. Kobo Libra 2
A Town Like Alice by Nevil Shute
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“A Town Like Alice” by Nevil Shute is a historical fiction novel set in WWII era. It follows the story of Jean Paget, a British prisoner of war, and her journey through Malaya and post-war England. The novel highlights women’s resilience and the challenges of rebuilding life in the Australian Outback. With its captivating plot and strong characters, it’s a timeless read.
The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald
Many high school students in the 70s and 80s read this novel as part of the curriculum. Somehow I skated through without reading it. It is a great novel for a high school English class: It is short, has well defined characters, an unhappy ending, and very clear symbolism which can help young-ish readers understand what literature is capable of.
