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The life and thoughts of Freda Marshall, a retired Church of Scotland minister living amongst the mountains and glens of Argyll.Pages
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Reading
Have been enjoying a bit of a readathon these last few days. The book review comes shortly, but today I just wanted to revel in the sheer pleasure of reading. My memories of reading go back a very long way. … Continue reading
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Tagged commerce, economics, Edgar Rice Burroughs, novels, occupation forces, post-war, reading, Rider Haggard, transport
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Book recommendation
The Nightingale’s Nest by Sarah Harrison. A most unusual but compelling read. It is in the form of a personal “memoir” of a woman in her 65th year – perhaps the reason I found it so interesting. She draws character … Continue reading
Library van
The library van did not appear today. Much missed as most of the books have been read. Either the van must have broken down or the regular driver is on holiday. Our track presents a considerable challenge for the unwary. … Continue reading
Reading
Have just finished three books. One by Lesley Pearce – a bog-standard holiday read, but a good story nonetheless. A second book was worse than the worst of the Mills and Boon – not that I have ever read any … Continue reading
Occupation for a rainy day
The best occupation for a rainy day? Getting into a book which has 1097 pages. And No – I haven’t read the last page.
Luxury
My definition of luxury? A whole shelf of books waiting to be read. And six more have just arrived from Amazon, thanks to a recent birthday present.
Library Van day again
Library van day again today. That reminds me – I have finished four good books this month by new (to me) authors. Must update my reading page soon. There is nothing better than a good book, whether it be story, … Continue reading
Library van
Neil, our librarian in the countryside managed to reverse the library van right up to the house this morning. It got him a new client – from next door! So I am now stocked up with fiction for those reading … Continue reading
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Tagged Daphne du Maurier, librarian, Library van, reading, Rosie Thomas
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