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Save:Ross Gay's 'The Book of Delights' is a collection of short essays or essayettes where the author explores and celebrates the simple joys and delights he encounters in everyday life. Gay embarked on a project to write about a delight he experienced each day for a year, resulting in a diverse range of topics from mundane pleasures to deeper reflections on race and social issues. The writing style is lyrical, comical, and profound, capturing the essence of finding joy in the smallest of things.
The book offers a unique format where readers can enjoy a quick read by picking topics from the table of contents or leisurely savoring a few essays at a time. Despite occasional run-on sentences, the essays are described as beautiful, simple, surprising, and sometimes thought-provoking. Ross Gay's ability to find delight in the ordinary and the bizarre, coupled with his humorous and observant writing style, makes 'The Book of Delights' a heartwarming and enriching read.
It’s my forty-second birthday. And it would make perfect (if self-involved) sense to declare the day of my birth a delight, despite the many years I’ve almost puritanically paid no attention to it. A ... - #2
Save:The Anthropocene Reviewed by John Green is a collection of essays that delve into various aspects of the Anthropocene era, exploring topics ranging from the invention of Dr Pepper to the impact of humanity on the planet. Green's writing style is described as thought-provoking, emotionally resonant, and deeply personal, offering unique insights into human experiences and interactions with the world.
I find more and more that I refer to it as “it” and “this” without naming or needing to name, because we are sharing the rare human experience so ubiquitous that the pronouns require no antecedent. Ho... - #3
Save:Soccer in Sun and Shadow by Eduardo Galeano is a unique exploration of the game through concise vignettes covering great players, matches, and events. The book delves into heavy topics such as Latin America's state of neocolonialism, the effects of globalization, and the impact on the Beautiful Game, all while maintaining a lyrical and passionate tone. Galeano's writing style presents a mix of emotional portraits, social commentary, and historical reflections, making it a captivating read for fans of the sport.
The history of soccer is a sad voyage from beauty to duty. When the sport became an industry, the beauty that blossoms from the joy of play got torn out by its very roots. In this fin de siècle world,... 'On the Heights of Despair' by Emil M. Cioran is a collection of short essays that delve into themes of existential despair, nihilism, and the futility of human existence. The book presents a youthful Cioran grappling with dark and cathartic philosophies, expressed poetically and with a sense of despair that is both soul-crushing and beautifully composed. The writing style is described as compulsively readable, adorably misanthropic, and lyrical, with a translation that captures the subtle linguistic techniques and maintains the original tone of the native language.
"The Lives of a Cell: Notes of a Biology Watcher" by Lewis Thomas is a collection of beautifully written essays that explore various topics related to biology, nature, and medicine. Thomas delves into subjects such as the complexity of a single cell, the interactions of social insects, the role of mitochondria in our cells, and the interconnectedness of all living things. The book offers thought-provoking insights on the biological world, man's place in it, and the philosophical and social implications of our existence. Thomas' writing style is described as elegant, poetic, and engaging, incorporating art, literature, and history to illustrate his points.
We are told that the trouble with Modern Man is that he has been trying to detach himself from nature. He sits in the topmost tiers of polymer, glass, and steel, dangling his pulsing legs, surveying a...- #6
Save:Letter to My Daughter by Maya Angelou is a collection of compassionate and honest essays that serve as a guide to living well, offering lessons on race, sex, truth, violence, and motherhood. Angelou's lyrical voice narrates her experiences, memories, and wisdom, addressing women and sharing anecdotes that touch on courage, love, understanding, and progress. Through short stories and poems, Angelou imparts life lessons learned throughout her 80 years, encompassing themes of faith, kindness, and humanity.
I was born in St. Louis, Missouri, but from the age of three I grew up in Stamps, Arkansas, with my paternal grandmother, Annie Henderson, and my father’s brother, Uncle Willie, and my only sibling, m... - #7
Save:The Book of Awesome by Neil Pasricha is a collection of short, joyous essays celebrating everyday joys and truisms. Through the author's engaging and witty writing style, readers are encouraged to pay attention to the little things in life that bring happiness and appreciation. Pasricha's book shines a light on commonplace experiences that often go unnoticed, highlighting the beauty in simplicity and encouraging readers to find joy in the small moments.
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Save:'Meditations' by Marcus Aurelius is a collection of the Roman emperor's private thoughts and philosophical musings. The book offers insights into his beliefs on life, death, morality, and virtue. Aurelius reflects on the transient nature of human life, the importance of living in accordance with nature, and the power of reason and truth. Through his stoic philosophy, he provides practical wisdom and advice on how to navigate the challenges of daily life. The writing style is described as spare, cold, and comfortless yet refreshing, with aphorisms and maxims that provoke introspection and self-reflection.
3. My mother set me an example of piety and generosity, avoidance of all uncharitableness – not in actions only, but in thought as well – and a simplicity of life quite unlike the usual habits of the ... 'A Supposedly Fun Thing I'll Never Do Again' by David Foster Wallace is a collection of essays that cover a wide range of topics, from the mundaneness of life to the experiences on a Caribbean cruise. The essays are filled with insightful observations, humor, and a mix of highbrow and lowbrow commentary. The title essay, describing a luxury cruise, stands out as a highlight, capturing the weirdness and sheer brilliance of the experience.
When I left my boxed township of Illinois farmland to attend my dad’s alma mater in the lurid jutting Berkshires of western Massachusetts, I all of a sudden developed a jones for mathematics. I’m star...'Mama Makes Up Her Mind: And Other Dangers Of Southern Living' by Bailey White is a collection of short, humorous essays that provide a charming glimpse into the oddities of Southern life. The author shares anecdotes about her family's life in rural Georgia and North Florida, highlighting the eccentricities of her beloved Mama and other relatives and neighbors. Through her distinctive voice, White paints a vivid picture of her slightly askew, endlessly interesting, and deeply Southern life and family, capturing the essence of the South with a touch of humor and warmth.
Rosey’s is a tough juke joint on the edge of the marsh in an old-fashioned part of Florida. Tourists don’t go there; they’ve got more sense. At Rosey’s you never know whether you’re drunk or not becau...
