Archive for the ‘Books’ Category

Self-Made Man

Wednesday, January 24th, 2007

Inspired by Jamie’s entry on gender and conversation I thought I’d share some thoughts on a book I recently read called Self-Made Man: One Woman’s Journey into Manhood and Back.

Norah Vincent, the book’s author and a journalist for the L.A. Times, spends 18 months as a man and writes about her experience. (more…)

Happy Thanksgiving

Thursday, November 25th, 2004

Happy Thanksgiving!

May all of you spend the holiday with those you care about and those who care about you.

Ishmael & My Ishmael

Thursday, August 26th, 2004

Ishmael & My Ishmael Covers

I’ve just finished reading My Ishmael by Daniel Quinn. This is Quinn’s second book involving Ishmael, a highly intelligent and philosophical gorilla who has telepathic abilities. I know that sounds completely ridiculous, but you’ll have to trust me that it makes perfect sense after reading the second book.
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