Archive for June, 2010
The author of this novel is a White woman … but she tells her story using the voice of a Black woman. I feel disturbed by the fact that this White woman thinks that she can do justice to a Black woman’s voice and identity. When I began the book, I was noticeably put off by this main character … and then I found out that the author was White. It’s no wonder then that the authenticity seemed so suspect to me. Frankly I feel angry and disgusted by this book. Published just last year, it’s not as if she were a deluded author from times past who made such demeaning and insulting choices. Why not write the book using the voice of a White person? Why do White people take for granted that they can even begin to fully understand, much less speak from, the deep and racialized perspectives and experiences of Black people?
Not okay!!! Not okay AT ALL!!!!! >:/
Wesc Space Fade Short
Works very well but one warning. Do not Armour All your dash in the spot you choose to place it, it will slide off.
Gold Framed Matted Print
This book should be a disgrace to Evangelical Christians. Wouldn’t hurt for others to be offended also. It is so unBiblical in it’s answers.
Shame on Oprah.
Tripp Lite ISOTEL Isobar
I tried leaving no stars for this book, because this book doesn’t deserve one, but it wouldn’t let me, so I was forced to leave one.
This book certainly is a sign of our times. It shocks me that parents would even think that this book would be an accurate account of what God would preach. All I can say is that any Christian knows better than to believe this garbage. By the looks of the ratings of this book, there isn’t too many Christians reading it and unfortunately, many, many young people are reading it believing it as truth. Very sad!
PetEgo Airline Subway Train
I love that I can grab (download!) a new book in a matter of seconds without having to hop in my car and deal with traffic, or wait a day for my order to arrive. I love that I can read with one hand while I hold my baby in the other. I can’t imagine trying to turn a page on a real book with only one free hand. I love how easy it is to take the Kindle with me where ever I go. I like the discounted book prices. I really like that it makes me feel like I’m reading a book without having the eye strain that comes from monitors. These analysts who proclaim the end of Kindle due to iPad must not be readers. I also feel good about that fact that a few less trees are mowed down in order for me to read a new book now. There is something very clever and unique about Kindle. Yes, it is close to a single-use product, but it fulfills that single-use so elegantly.
This is a must-have item for avid readers.
Seurat Eiffel Tower Wooden
Works flawlessly with 1994 vintage Chamberlain garage door opener
This keypad works great with my old Chamberlain garage door opener that was installed by the builder in 1994. Other universal remotes / keypads did not work nearly as well. Very easy to program or reset when the code gets compromised.
I bought the Wii for my family online after searching local stores only to find it SOLD OUT. Setup was easy and quick. We all love playing it. My husband and I are competitive and so being able to play against each other is great. Our 3.5 year old loves that he can play many of the games on the Wii Sports game and looks forward to doing his “wii fitness” every day (poor kid gets 80 years old every time, but hey he has fun!!) Overall, this was a smart, convenient, and family friendly product/package and we couldn’t be happier. Thanks Nintendo and Amazon!
Christopher Columbus Comes to
This review is particularly of Nathaniel Parker’s narration, and not so much of the Artemis Fowl book itself, as there are already so many reviews on that.
If you want an auditory treat, get this audiobook – Nat Parker is a genius when it comes to bringing these characters to life. He does wonderful accents – there are multiple Irish accents for Artemis, Butler, Juliet and Angeline, but many others for the fairy people which are just amazing. In addition, his own, natural speaking /reading voice is so smooth , resonant and perfectly paced that is is a treat in itself. Unlike other audiobooks which I have listened to, you can’t hear him breathing – with some readers you hear every big breath they take and it gets irritating. He reads it perfectly and the great fun is in the rapid dialogue exchanges where he must manage different voices with different accents as well as the narrator’s voice.
The story itself, well, there are some boring and technical parts which I tried to read, and Artemis’s character is not terribly likeable, but the way Parker voices him makes you feel some affection for the character.
If you like the books, this is a worthwhile addition because of the way the characters are brought to life – and if you didn’t like the books, it’s a great listen just for Parker’s enormous vocal talent.
Nikon Front Lens Cap
This product was a great price with not shipping charge. Came to the address
quickly.
Ancient Greeks Dress Eat
Out of the mags in this field, Runners World has the best writers, format and tips, but stresses the losing weight aspect of running more than just plain enjoying it. Although I’m not too fond of the usual articles on burning calories and eating power gels, the monthly columns are well-written. I especially enjoy “On the Road,” which directs you to the good paths in various cities and where to stay. However, after a year’s subscription, this mag has run its course — nothing new comes up besides the race dates.
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