Comments on: Review: Silk, Alessandro Baricco

By: Zibilee

Zibilee — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 00:51:58 +0000

Did you know that there is a movie version of this book by the same name. It stars Keira Knightley as Herve's wife, although I can't remember who played Herve. I thought the movie was very good, and think you might enjoy it. Zibilee’s last blog post..An Edible History of Humanity by Tom Standage - 288 pgs

By: Dawn - She is Too Fond of Books

Dawn - She is Too Fond of Books — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 22:02:36 +0000

Like the Kool-Aid Mom, I immediately thought of the silkworm scenes in MIDDLESEX when I read your review of SILK. I'm intrigued by the process, and your review tells me this would be a good book to learn more about the industry and the natural perils it faces. Dawn - She is Too Fond of Books’s last blog post..Teaser Tuesday: a question across the ages

By: The Kool-Aid Mom

The Kool-Aid Mom — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 06:13:12 +0000

Whenever I think of silk and silkworms, Middlesex always comes to mind. The Kool-Aid Mom’s last blog post..The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch

By: Kay

Kay — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 02:00:44 +0000

I read this years ago (in french though) and loved it so much! I think your review describes really well the atmosphere of it; it is short but so much happens! I read your review, and I feel I'm due for a re-read. Kay’s last blog post..Waiting on… Alice in Wonderland!

By: Diane

Diane — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 20:33:34 +0000

What a great review. I hadn't heard of this one prior to your post --so thanks. Diane’s last blog post..Borrowed Words - Monday

By: Meghan

Meghan — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 19:38:31 +0000

It’s more narrative, but it didn’t seem like there should have been more dialogue, if you know what I mean! So I would call it a good mix. I hope you and your friend like it!

By: Jackie (Farm Lane Books)

Jackie (Farm Lane Books) — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 16:25:06 +0000

I had heard of this book before, but never really knew what it was about. This is a great review, and I will be adding it to the wish list - thank you! Jackie (Farm Lane Books)’s last blog post..The Master and Margarita - Mikhail Bulgakov

By: Literary Feline

Literary Feline — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 15:40:49 +0000

I agree with the others, this one sounds very interesting. What especially caught my attention is your mention of the book's simplicity and depth as well as the cultural aspects during that time period. Great review! Literary Feline’s last blog post..Movie Mondays: I'd Rather Be Pretending

By: Steven Till

Steven Till — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 14:38:17 +0000

It does sound interesting. I have a friend who would also probably like this book. I'll suggest it to her. Thanks for the review. Also, how does the author do with writing dialogue? Is it a dialogue heavy book or more narrative, or a good mix? Steven Till’s last blog post..Medieval History Term of the Week: Banneret

By: Beth F

Beth F — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 14:26:11 +0000

Sounds like another must read! Beth F’s last blog post..Review The Painter from Shanghai by Jennifer Cody Epstein