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Reading and Podcasting: Behind the Scenes – Episode 29
How did I first get into classic literature, let alone podcast about it? This week’s episode features a glimpse into my reading life and podcasting journey, as well as some tips and technology which have helped me along the way. Opening quote is from South by Sir Ernest Shackleton. It has no bearing on today’s… Read more >>
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What I’m Reading: A Little Bit of Everything…
It’s been an interesting week. As I shared on my personal Instagram, it’s been a rough one, too. What do I do when I’m having a bad week? Read, obviously. The last couple of weeks, I’ve been juggling a veritable carousel of books. Here’s the rundown: The Mosquito Coast by Paul Theroux – I fully… Read more >>
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First Impressions – Flannery O’Connor – Episode 28
This summer, I’ve been getting to know Southern Gothic author Flannery O’Connor through a collection of her short stories. In this “First Impressions” episode, I chat about her life, her writing, and the themes in her stories which grabbed my attention. Sources / Further Reading:“This Lonesome Place: Flannery O’Connor on race and religion in the… Read more >>
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Bookshelf Tour! – Vlog – Part 3
More 19th-century literature! I get chatty about Charles Dickens, Fyodor Dostoyevsky, Lewis Carroll, and Jules Verne as we finish off this second shelf. And oh, those wood engravings… ❤ Let me know if you've read any of these! Read more >>
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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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