This is a good choice for readers who have an interest in the history or mythology of the Irish Celts, or an interest in stories of the fair folk or witchcraft more broadly.
Continue readingFairy and Folk Tales of the Irish Peasantry by W.B. Yeats
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Letters of a Woman Homesteader by Elinore Pruitt Stewart
Elinore’s varied experiences are told with an engaging combination of reverence for nature, care for her occasionally exasperating neighbors, and just a simple appreciation of a good fun time whenever it can be had.
Continue readingUnder Milk Wood by Dylan Thomas
This is actually a radio drama which follows the lives of various characters in a small village over the course of a single day, mainly in the context of their private thoughts and their dreams as they sleep.
Continue readingThe House of Mirth by Edith Wharton
It’s clear to me now why this title consistently pops up on can’t-miss classic lit lists. It’s an engaging combo of character-driven personal tragedy and clever social commentary.
Continue readingTristram Shandy by Laurence Sterne
Reading this one was a challenge; one I’m glad I tried, but even more glad that I’m finished with.
Continue readingThe Enchanted Castle by E. Nesbit
This book stands up to the test of time. It would be a good read for modern kids — or really, any grown-up like me who just can just appreciate a good little low fantasy story regardless of the age of the characters.
Continue readingBlack Beauty by Anna Sewell
I had faint memories of enjoying this book as a child, and I’ve even kept an old copy of it for decades, but simply couldn’t remember a whole lot about it; this vaguely pleasant vibe is why I chose to re-read it and add it to my list.
Continue readingGood Drinks by Julia Bainbridge
The book includes over 50 recipes, each rated with a commitment level ranging from no-brainer, “just give me something tasty to sip immediately” type drinks to intense, “commit a whole day to pretending to be a mad scientist” type drinks.
Continue readingSir Gawain and the Green Knight by anon., transl. by Simon Armitage
This would be a good choice for any reader who enjoys Arthurian adventures, or Medieval fantasy-ish stories in general. And I highly recommend this audiobook if you’d like to hear what the poem in its original form actually sounded like!
Continue readingGentlemen Prefer Blondes by Anita Loos
I would recommend this book to readers who might like a fun break from your daily grind in the form of a little light-hearted, girly comedy.
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