Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus by Mary Shelley *** It would be difficult indeed to overestimate the influence of this novel on our collective imagination. One could say that is more dependent on the various film versions, but the truth is that the story of Frankenstein has held a grip since its first publication in [...]
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Great Novel No. 9: “Frankenstein”
Posted in 100 Great Novels on February 17, 2012 | Leave a Comment »
Review: “The Old Curiosity Shop” by Charles Dickens
Posted in Book Reviews on February 7, 2012 | Leave a Comment »
February 7, 2012 sees the bicentennial birthday of Charles Dickens, long regarded as one of the finest writers in the world — and one of my favourites. His fans are celebrating in their own ways. Mine is to catch up with some of his novels that I simply haven’t gotten to yet. Among them is [...]
Charles Dickens (February 7, 1812 – June 9, 1870)
Posted in A Quick Word on February 7, 2012 | 1 Comment »
Colourful characters. Memorable stories. Some of the most superb prose ever put down on paper. Regarded as the finest novelist of his era. And still read all around the world today. What writer could ask for a better legacy? “God bless us, everyone.” “Please sir, I want some more.” “It was the best of times, [...]
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