Classics Considered

by Marian H

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  • Seasons of Life… and Reading

    One thing I’ve been growing increasingly sensitive to is the disparity between my Reading Past and my Reading Present (and my Reading Yet to Come). For example: if you looked at my list of Classics and then at my blog or YouTube channel, you might be disappointed to find that what used to make up… Continue reading

  • More Endo

    You’re gonna be so sick of me soon… But I promise this one isn’t about the history of Christianity in Japan. 😅 I can’t wait to start it—esarkaye gave it a 4 on GoodReads, and I’ve been having great success lately with Endo’s work. Continue reading

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  • Summer Flowers – Still Life

    I have been daydreaming about a big bouquet of flowers for months. Yesterday my dream came true! My sister Emily made this from dahlias she grew herself, snapdragons, and other flowers from our mom’s garden. Isn’t it spectacular?! It’s her first large-scale arrangement, too! 😮 I wanted to show the true colors (above), but this… Continue reading

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  • What are you looking for in your next great read? 🤔

    Anyone who reads this blog most likely enjoys classics, but I’m really interested in specific things people are looking for. Creative writing? Complex characters? Sheer escapism? Do let me know! Continue reading

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Hi, I’m Marian—I talk about classics, history, and other books on this blog, as well as on YouTube.

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