Books matching: gentle and descriptive writing style
3 result(s)
- #1
Save:'Horizon' by Barry Lopez is a mesmerizing journey that spans across various landscapes and cultures, emphasizing the enchantment, respect, and marvel of all beings and things. Lopez's writing style is described as gentle, beautifully descriptive, and deeply personal, as he delves into global issues with a unique perspective. explores resilience in the face of harsh conditions, human irresponsibility, and evolutionary changes, while celebrating the interconnectedness of all living things.
The boy and I are leaning over a steel railing, staring into the sea. The sun is bright, but shade from a roof above us makes it possible to see clearly into the depths, to observe, quivering there, w... - #2
Save:"Miss Happiness and Miss Flower" by Rumer Godden follows the story of eight-year-old Nona Fell, who moves from India to live with her aunt, uncle, and cousins in England. Nona, feeling homesick and out of place, receives two Japanese dolls named Miss Happiness and Miss Flower as a gift. She decides to create a special Japanese dolls' house for them, which becomes a collaborative project involving her family and the local community. Through this endeavor, Nona learns to overcome her social anxiety, make new friends, and find a sense of belonging in her new environment. portrays themes of loneliness, sibling rivalry, cultural differences, and the importance of acceptance and teamwork.
- #3
Save:Fathers and Children by Ivan Turgenev, published in 1862, is a wondrous story that captures the shifting dynamics of Russian society in the 19th century. The novel follows the characters through a period of societal change, highlighting the tensions between generations, the impact of the end of serfdom, and the emergence of nihilistic ideologies. Turgenev's writing style is praised for its keen observations, intuitive insights, and gentle portrayal of characters facing moral and philosophical dilemmas.
'Well, Piotr, not in sight yet?' was the question asked on May the 20th, 1859, by a gentleman of a little over forty, in a dusty coat and checked trousers, who came out without his hat on to the low s...
