Stefan Van từ Dorka, Tverskaya oblast', Russia

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12/22/2024

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Stefan Van Sách lại (12)

2019-12-19 10:30

Hello Kitty - Rèn Luyện Khả Năng Nhận Biết (Sách Tô Màu) Thư viện Sách hướng dẫn

Sách được viết bởi Bởi: Nhiều Tác Giả

** spoiler alert ** This whole review (and most of the comments below) are full of spoilers, just so you know. This is an incredible book, twisty and layered and intense. I loved reading it with two goodreads friends and learning more about its complex imagery, Romantic thought, and Dumas himself. In fact, I'm just starting on the last, and the little I've read of The Black Count: Glory, Revolution, Betrayal, and the Real Count of Monte Cristo has already given me new insights into this story. So I may have to add to this review later on. Dumas excelled at bringing me into 19th century France, where uneasy memories of revolution, terror and empire tint everything, schisming families, submerging some and exalting others. He writes fascinating characters: a gallery of villains, ladies both scheming and virtuous, and his unfortunate yet resourceful protagonist. This brings me to my biggest issue with the book. I felt that Edmond Dantes' character arc was sadly incomplete. At the start of the story, he has the world by the tail, until jealous enemies, personifying Greed, Lust and Ambition (and paralleling both the three temptations of Christ and three tragically flawed kings of Israel, Saul, David and Solomon--I love reading with friends!) and a corrupt prosecutor get him thrown into prison at the Chateau d'If. It takes 14 years for him to escape, but the time in prison is well spent. He suffers, changes, befriends the Abbe Faria, learns arts and sciences, and the location of a hidden treasure. I loved reading the scene where he travels to the little island of Monte Cristo and discovers the treasure. The story of his escape was wonderful and terrifying, showing Edmond's resourcefulness. It was later on that I began to dislike him, when he returns to Paris another eight years later. Of course he is bent on revenge, and in this endeavor he is ruthless, omniscient, and cold. Dumas' vampire motif is perfect. And I liked the developments that turned Edmond into a dark angel. He engineers tragedies that are truly horrible, including the murder of a young child, which thankfully, finally gives him pause. I like that he finally stumbled in front of Mercedes and began to rediscover his human weaknesses and his soul. I wish Dumas had finished this transformation instead of justifying Edmond and letting him continue playing God. It was a big problem to me that Edmond never 'comes to himself,' becoming flesh and blood again. His 'soul-searching' that infects the latter part of the novel became a little ridiculous because he never gave up meddling or believing in his own superiority. Maximilian's meek acceptance of the count's cruel tricks (and the other characters' adulation of the Count) was a hard to stomach. Another issue was Dumas's characterization: I agree that in some cases (notably Haydee and the Count in the latter half of the novel) individuals are left tragically undeveloped. Others, such as Noirtier, Villefort, and Caderousse, are gritty, full of life and idiosyncrasy. And I must admit that in most cases, when flatter characters were given stage time, they showed more blood before retreating back into vapidity. When Haydee told her stories she was much more interesting than the lovely, indolent slave with an inexplicable and almost disgusting love for the paternal Count. (It was interesting to learn that Haydee's story parallels Dumas', who also lost a father at four years and remembered the occasion perfectly). There was brilliant characterization in this novel; sadly, it just wasn't consistently applied. I thought the plot was a masterpiece--layered, intricate and puzzling, until it slides together like those annoying wire brainteasers I'm not smart enough to solve. The action, progressing in parallel with Edmond's moral dilemmas, was excellent and it was hard to stop reading. As far as the happy ending with Haydee, I think it would have been much more interesting if she'd fallen for young Morcerf. I did. And what a dilemma that would be! Haydee struggling not to love the man who killed her father, the Count, (who makes token efforts to renounce Haydee often enough) forced to give her up to the son of his great enemy . . . I can only imagine what Albert would feel, shamed, dishonored, and yet in love with a women who has every reason to curse him. I have wondered if my beefs are because in these times it's difficult to understand the Romantic mind. Except for Eugenie, (who is so interesting!) Dumas's women are either ready for sainthood or venal and evil. And people in this book faint and swoon and collapse in chairs A LOT. I'd like to read some reviews by Dumas's contemporaries, to see if they felt the same or if my issues are simply because attitudes have changed.

2019-12-19 11:30

KTHD - Miền Cực Lạnh Cóng Thư viện Sách hướng dẫn

Sách được viết bởi Bởi:

I found this book to be an excellent read, but I find myself troubled in trying to review it. I found the story somewhat disjointed. By that I mean I didn’t see a beginning, middle, or an ending. It’s almost like a collection of short stories most being relevant to life on Cannery Row. Imagine an anthropologist traveling from the future back in time, stopping to observe life on Cannery Row, studying a group of people whose only commonality to each other is that of living and working on Cannery Row. He observes these peoples activities without knowing their personal details. He knows nothing about their parents, their childhood, and their education. He’s simply observing life and actions for a limited time period. Two notable exceptions occur to this static observation one when Mack and the boys take up the task of gathering frogs for Doc to purchase. Now this trip has little to do with life on Cannery Row, other than the boys trying to secure funding for a party that does occur on the Row. Their trip touches on what I feel is one of the themes of the book and that is loneliness. When Mack and the boys come into contact with a farmer and his dog, it does not take much effort on Mack’s part to talk themselves into the farmer’s good graces. During the visit the farmer relates his loneliness by tell the boys that his wife is a politician and is rarely at home. I noticed that loneliness was expressed several times in this book including a description of a hard working gopher (that’s right a gopher) who has everything needed for a successful life except a mate. The other trip that takes us away from Cannery Row is Doc’s trip to La Jolla. It’s there that he knows of a special tide pool that will allow him to find the Octopi that he needs to fill a customer’s order. Doc owns the Western Biological a supplier of animals for research and other study. During this trip we learn some additional information about Doc. Doc starts his trip alone and when he gets bored he picks up a hitchhiker. When this hitchhiker becomes bothersome we get our first peek at Doc’s temper and learn that he is no stranger to violence if violence is required. During Doc’s visit at the tide pool he finds the body of a dead woman. This is another theme that is common in this book here we are presented with our third death. This one is different than the first two in that we don’t know how this woman died. We are presented with the body of a woman that even in death Doc describes as being incredibly beautiful. This puzzles me. Death can rarely if ever be described as beautiful. A planned first party to honor Doc ends in disaster. After a while another party is planned for Doc, this one will be for his birthday. This party is supposed to be a surprise for Doc, but as more and more Cannery Row residence get involved Doc learns of the party. Doc decides to act surprised but takes the precaution of party proofing his house by moving his valuables and breakables to safe areas. He also stocks up on food for the party knowing that no one will think to bring any (he was right). The party is a great success people get drunk, they eat, and they dance, and they fight. Windows and doors are broken and a good time is had by all. The next day we find Doc waking up alone. He mildly surveys the damage and starts to clean up, alone. At the end of the day our story ends with Doc sitting on his bed listening to music, alone. Steinbeck gives Cannery Row with it’s surrounding sights and sounds a vivid description. You feel that you are looking at a picture instead of reading words. Steinbeck then fills Cannery Row with a host of intriguing characters possessing all manner of human qualities. Mack and the boys are a rough group. They drink too much and work too little, yet exhaust themselves caring for a sick puppy. Dora is described as a heavy set, orange haired, tough minded business woman, who owns the local house of ill repute. Her tough exterior can’t hide some people knowing that it’s her who quietly provides help to the sick and hungry. Lee Chong owns the local grocery and like Dora puts up the rough front of the tough business man, but he too is a sucker for a hard luck story and gives credit to patrons who may never pay it back. These characters are all lower class working poor who all seem to possess the third theme of the story and that is compassion. So here I am at the end and as I said at the beginning I am at a loss as to how to properly describe and review this book. If the author simply wanted to tell a good story he succeeded. I enjoyed every minute of my time reading this book. If the authors goal was to make his reader think about hidden symbolism and the human condition again he succeeded. I may have missed it but I'm thinking.

2019-12-19 12:30

Diễn Tiến Câu Chuyện Vương Thúy Kiều Thư viện Sách hướng dẫn

Sách được viết bởi Bởi: Charles Benoit

Dr. Gail Zimmerman has a secret to share. It is a secret that she has carried with her for most of her life. There used to be others who shared her secret; but these people died or were killed to keep the secret. It was the way of the SS. For years, Gail was afraid of revealing what she knew. She was afraid that the flight journals that she carried in her medical bag would lead to her own untimely demise. But now, Gail was beginning to think that perhaps she should share her secret. She was the only one left who knew the secret and her time was running out. Her heart was failing her. Could she trust her new American friend, Jeff, and his sweetheart, Pam? Could she go back once her secret is revealed? Would her secret change the way history recorded the end of Nazi Germany? Joel Strait has woven a riveting tale of suspense and drama that flashes back to Second World War Germany and the ultimate fate of the mad leader, Hitler. Strait’s knowledge of aircraft mechanics and the history of flight research and innovations during the Second World War is astounding and makes for a very credible story. This book is a real page-turner as the main character, Gail, looks back on her life in Germany and beyond its borders at the end of the Second World War. The reader is immediately drawn into the plot. At the end of the novel, the reader is compelled to ask, “Can this be true?” and “What if?”. Joel Strait writes with a passion for flying and from personal experience. With a German-American background and a fascination for flying and foreign weapon systems that dates to the Second World War, Strait certainly knows his subject matter. Strait’s writing experience includes work as an aviation photojournalist, writing critical evaluations of various aircraft for the consumer pilot. His work has appeared in several flight magazines. “Rivers of Decision” is a great read and it is highly recommended by award-winning author, Emily-Jane Hills Orford, Allbooks Reviews.

2019-12-19 13:30

Tự Truyện Của Một Yogi Thư viện Sách hướng dẫn

Sách được viết bởi Bởi: Paramahansa Yogananda

A great look at America post WWII, and it's throwaway society.

2019-12-19 14:30

Bay Xuyên Những Tầng Mây Thư viện Sách hướng dẫn

Sách được viết bởi Bởi: Hà Nhân

I thought this book was really good. It is written in poem format but it all comes together and makes sense. There is still a plot and a protagonist and an antagonist. The three main characters are Tony, Vanessa, and Connor. They were all sent to a rehab center called Aspen Springs. When they were there, they had to complete levels and then a final challenge. It was very suspenseful but the ending was put together well. I enjoyed this book! I was required to read it for Literature. There is some foul language so I would say people 12 and up are able to read it. I encourage many people to read it and other books by Ellen Hopkins. She is a great author.

2019-12-19 15:30

Vấn Đề Lương Thực Thực Phẩm Trên Thế Giới - Nuôi Dưỡng Trái Đất Tốt Hơn Thư viện Sách hướng dẫn

Sách được viết bởi Bởi: Jean-Paul Charvet

Amanda Grange does a great job.

2019-12-19 16:30

Kỹ Thuật Vết Dầu Loang Chinh Phục Lý Thuyết Sinh Học Thư viện Sách hướng dẫn

Sách được viết bởi Bởi: Lê Đình Hưng

One of my FAVORITE books to read the my students as a read aloud every year!

2019-12-19 17:30

Cờ Tướng - 18 Phép Thắng Bại (Tập 1) Thư viện Sách hướng dẫn

Sách được viết bởi Bởi:

Pretty good book. The sequel is even better. Russel, the main character, was the most engaging. He was funny and complex at the same time. I would recommend it to people who aren't looking for a really deep plot, but still an entertaining read.

2019-12-19 18:30

Giáo Trình Microsoft Access 2003 Thư viện Sách hướng dẫn

Sách được viết bởi Bởi: Dân Trí

I only read half of the book (which I NEVER do). It just didn't touch me.

2019-12-19 19:30

Cách Dùng Trợ Từ Trong Tiếng Nhật Thư viện Sách hướng dẫn

Sách được viết bởi Bởi: Trần Hòa

Story of a lonely, unbalanced guy who sets across the U.S. on his bike. Along the way we learn his story. Reminds me of Forrest Gump. I'm not recommending it, but I was moved by the profound loneliness of the character. The plotting of the story is very readable.

2020-05-08 16:12

Quản Trị Thương Hiệu Trực Tuyến Thư viện Sách hướng dẫn

Sách được viết bởi Bởi: Charlie Pownall

REVISIÓN DE VIDEO MAÑANA, ¡NO PUEDO ESPERAR PARA HABLAR! AHHAH !!!! * editar * Ejem. Pido disculpas por el entusiasmo necesario. Por favor, mire mi revisión de video si así lo desea. Muy bien entonces!

2020-08-03 06:17

Định Chế Pháp Luật Và Tố Tụng Triều Nguyễn (1802-1885) Thư viện Sách hướng dẫn

Sách được viết bởi Bởi:

Very interesting look at gender duality. The book gets dragged down a bit in places, but it recovers for the end.

Người đọc Stefan Van từ Dorka, Tverskaya oblast', Russia

Người dùng coi những cuốn sách này là thú vị nhất trong năm 2017-2018, ban biên tập của cổng thông tin "Thư viện Sách hướng dẫn" khuyến cáo rằng tất cả các độc giả sẽ làm quen với văn học này.