No Ninjas Posted August 23, 2006 Report Share Posted August 23, 2006 Birdsong - still to read A FANTASTIC read. I'm sure you will enjoy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckfast crew Posted August 23, 2006 Report Share Posted August 23, 2006 Last five -: A Tale Etched In Hard Black Pencil Brookmyre The Husband Dean Koontz Cell Stephen King John Irvings' latest A Long Way Down Nick Hornby IF you like dean koontz,By the light of the moon is a great read! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howard Hughes in BlueSuedeShoes Posted August 24, 2006 Author Report Share Posted August 24, 2006 After a phase of non-novel reading I'm catching up on some Scottish stuff with the legendary Whisky Galore being that of choice right now followed by a James Bond tale, probably From Russia With Love. Read a couple of football ones recently; Tor!, which is about German football, and Morbo which is about Spanish. Both excellent reads that give you a bit more insight into these two great footballing nations. Also on the list is At the Tomg of the Inflatable Pig by John Gimlette; a "riotous journey through Paraguay". Read a bit of it before and its highly entertaining. Oh aye, and reading this forum as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bud the Baker Posted August 24, 2006 Report Share Posted August 24, 2006 The Silmarillion - J.R.R.R. Tolkien Flush - Carl Hiaasen with my 9-y-o daughter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Lees Posted August 25, 2006 Report Share Posted August 25, 2006 The Silmarillion - J.R.R.R. Tolkien Too many "Rs" mate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Lees Posted August 25, 2006 Report Share Posted August 25, 2006 (edited) Off to Western Crete for my annual fortnight of lazing and reading in about 3 weeks. Here's what's in the book bag so far : Crete by Antony Beevor - Classic account by the eminent historian of the titanic struggle for the island in WWII Queenan Country by Joe Queenan - humourous American's eye view of Engerlund. Unspeak by Stephen Poole - the dangers of twisting words and language. Time & Fate by Lance Price Up to the minute political thriller by former Downing Street spinner. The Nasty Bits by Anthony Bourdain - more barbs from the acid-tongued chef/author. Heat by Bill Buford - Former Granta editor's stint in a professional kitchen. The Blind Watchmaker by Richard Dawkins - Fascinating perspective on evolution by the master rationalist. Edited August 25, 2006 by Bill Lees Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilbur Posted August 25, 2006 Report Share Posted August 25, 2006 After a phase of non-novel reading I'm catching up on some Scottish stuff with the legendary Whisky Galore being that of choice right now I read Whisky Galore about 6 months ago and was utterly disappointed. Perhaps the romanticised B&W movie version had promised something much funnier but the novel was just dull. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bud the Baker Posted August 25, 2006 Report Share Posted August 25, 2006 Too many "Rs" mate. I wondered who it would be! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howard Hughes in BlueSuedeShoes Posted August 30, 2006 Author Report Share Posted August 30, 2006 I read Whisky Galore about 6 months ago and was utterly disappointed. Perhaps the romanticised B&W movie version had promised something much funnier but the novel was just dull. Well, I'm about half way through but I can see what you mean. Although you have to bear in mind it was written when folk used to refer to going for a slash as "I'm just going to turn my bike around". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Lees Posted August 31, 2006 Report Share Posted August 31, 2006 Well, I'm about half way through but I can see what you mean. Although you have to bear in mind it was written when folk used to refer to going for a slash as "I'm just going to turn my bike around". Do they not mention going to see a man about a dog? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chingford Posted August 31, 2006 Report Share Posted August 31, 2006 I wondered who it would be! I think he's wrong, tho. There HAS to be at LEAST one 'R' in "The Silmarillion", surely? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chingford Posted August 31, 2006 Report Share Posted August 31, 2006 Bought and read three books whilst up in Paisley at the w/e/ Be Mine Enemy C Brookmyre (was sure I'd read it, but hudnae...) An updated take on Buddie Gordon M Willimas Straw Dogs but set in Sconnie Botland! Great fun - a ripping yarn with some good polemic. A Short History of Tractors in UkraineanK Lewicka. A one-sit, very easy read. Light fun - about a big-busted Russian woman 'exploiting' several dim men in the UK. And of one particular daughter's travails against her. All ends happy ever after - of course. My Father and other Working Class Football Heroes G Imlach . About his Father, Stewart, from Lossiemouth who played for various successful English teams including '59 cup winners Notts Forest - and Scotland '58 (and other games). A VERY INTERESTING tale of the exploitation of players in those days and just how little power they had - makes you think that every penny a player wrings out of the game now should not be grudged. (You listening, Shull...? ) Also a nudge to anyone who's not ever got round to talking to their parents... they won't be round forever... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howard Hughes in BlueSuedeShoes Posted August 31, 2006 Author Report Share Posted August 31, 2006 (edited) Do they not mention going to see a man about a dog? Dunno. Havnae reached that bit yet. A Short History of Tractors in UkraineanK Lewicka. A one-sit, very easy read. Light fun - about a big-busted Russian woman 'exploiting' several dim men in the UK. And of one particular daughter's travails against her. All ends happy ever after - of course. I got that one recently but havnae got round to reading it yet so doin't spoil it! My Father and other Working Class Football Heroes G Imlach . About his Father, Stewart, from Lossiemouth who played for various successful English teams including '59 cup winners Notts Forest - and Scotland '58 (and other games). A VERY INTERESTING tale of the exploitation of players in those days and just how little power they had - makes you think that every penny a player wrings out of the game now should not be grudged. (You listening, Shull...? ) I got told by a Forest fan you should NEVER call them "Notts" as that means Nottinghamshire as in County. Also a nudge to anyone who's not ever got round to talking to their parents... they won't be round forever... I talk to my mum plenty and we have a good chat. I try to talk to my dad, though, but the auld bugger never says anything back, miserable auld so-and-so. Edited August 31, 2006 by Howard Hughes in BlueSuedeShoes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bud the Baker Posted August 31, 2006 Report Share Posted August 31, 2006 I think he's wrong, tho. There HAS to be at LEAST one 'R' in "The Silmarillion", surely? J.R.R.R.R. McTolkien's original title was Ra Silmarillion Ya Bass! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buddiefan4eva Posted August 31, 2006 Report Share Posted August 31, 2006 my top 5 books are....... 1.the st mirren 125 years book 2.a series of unfortunate events 3.harry potter 5 4.millenium champions 5.i love football Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tennant's Lager Posted August 31, 2006 Report Share Posted August 31, 2006 Books are shite...................... Mon the DVDs............................. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Sandman Posted August 31, 2006 Report Share Posted August 31, 2006 Clash book frenzy......... Clash City Showdown, wanky yank website dudes that don't have a clue...... Let Fury Have the Hour, a collection of press stuff from over the years........ Riot of our Own, Johnny Green and the Baker's tales of being on the road with the Clash, a fine read.......... The Complete Clash, a reference number, a bit lightweight............ Last Gang in Town, Marcus Grays attempt at a hatchet job bringing up 'dodgy' pasts but actually has a lot of good stuff.............. Yet to read 'Passion is a Fashion' bought it in hardback when it came out, but you can buy it in HMV now for £3 in paperback........ Clash before and After, Pennie Smith's b&w photo book is still a stunning tribute to the greatest band ever to walk the face of this f**ked up planet......... The Clash by 'Miles' typical 'Miles' pish, a glorified magazine as is 'Rat Patrol from Fort Bragg'............. I've others but they're still in boxes from moving 9 months ago............ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Lees Posted September 1, 2006 Report Share Posted September 1, 2006 Clash book frenzy......... Clash City Showdown, wanky yank website dudes that don't have a clue...... I've others but they're still in boxes from moving 9 months ago............ Do you not ever fancy reading about something else? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Sandman Posted September 1, 2006 Report Share Posted September 1, 2006 Do you not ever fancy reading about something else? What do you suggest............? Nob Wiping for Dummies......................... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EL NOMBRE Posted September 1, 2006 Report Share Posted September 1, 2006 What do you suggest............? Nob Wiping for Dummies......................... Tins of Pop through the ages! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
No Ninjas Posted September 1, 2006 Report Share Posted September 1, 2006 Tins of Pop through the ages! Oi.......! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EL NOMBRE Posted September 1, 2006 Report Share Posted September 1, 2006 Oi.......! .....oops! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Sandman Posted September 1, 2006 Report Share Posted September 1, 2006 Oi.......! Here Andra, this'll pass a few hours............... click away pop dude........... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
No Ninjas Posted September 1, 2006 Report Share Posted September 1, 2006 Fanny....! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howard Hughes in BlueSuedeShoes Posted September 1, 2006 Author Report Share Posted September 1, 2006 Island by Alistair McLeod. A book of fine short stories. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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