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Sandra

Gallup, NM, United States | Member Since 2011

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  • Tropic of Cancer | [Henry Miller]
    Tropic of Cancer
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    Tropic of Cancer

    • UNABRIDGED (10 hrs and 1 min)
    • By Henry Miller
    • Narrated By Campbell Scott
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (181)
    Performance
    (86)
    Story
    (88)

    Now hailed as an American classic, Tropic of Cancer, Henry Miller's masterpiece, was banned as obscene in this country for 27 years after its first publication in Paris in 1943. Only a historic court ruling that changed American censorship standards, ushering in a new era of freedom and frankness in modern literature, permitted the publication of this first volume of Miller's famed mixture of memoir and fiction.

    Darwin8u says: "A madman who dances with lightening in his hands"
    "Dont waste your time"
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    What would have made Tropic of Cancer better?

    Nothing. Its just not what I enjoy listening to/reading.


    What could Henry Miller have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you?

    Nothing.


    Have you listened to any of Campbell Scott’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

    Campbell Scott's performance was fine. He has a wonderful voice for this type of use.


    What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment?

    Disappointment.


    Any additional comments?

    I read the reviews of this book online and I realize that this book was significant at the time of its realease. However, in this day and age, the language that was offensive back then is almost common place now. I have no issue with the language. I just couldnt get into the story. Its one of the only books I've ever put down and didnt finish.

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers | [Mary Roach]
    Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers
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    Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers

    • UNABRIDGED (7 hrs and 59 mins)
    • By Mary Roach
    • Narrated By Shelly Frasier
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (2924)
    Performance
    (1454)
    Story
    (1464)

    For two thousand years, cadavers have been involved in science's boldest strides and weirdest undertakings. They've tested France's first guillotines, ridden the NASA Space Shuttle, been crucified in a Parisian laboratory to test the authenticity of the Shroud of Turin, and helped solve the mystery of TWA Flight 800. For every new surgical procedure, from heart transplants to gender reassignment surgery, cadavers have been there alongside surgeons, making history in their quiet way.

    Matthew says: "Darn funny if you're open to the idea."
    "Awesome book"
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    What did you love best about Stiff?

    So interesting! Loved the no nonsense writing style. So full of informative facts.


    What other book might you compare Stiff to and why?

    Alot like Michael Pollan's


    Any additional comments?

    I went out and bought 2 more of Mary Roach's other books after I finished this one. Cant wait to see what else she has written.

    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  • The Botany of Desire | [Michael Pollan]
    The Botany of Desire
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    The Botany of Desire

    • UNABRIDGED (8 hrs and 54 mins)
    • By Michael Pollan
    • Narrated By Scott Brick
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (1274)
    Performance
    (581)
    Story
    (576)

    Every schoolchild learns about the mutually beneficial dance of honeybees and flowers: The bee collects nectar and pollen to make honey and, in the process, spreads the flowers' genes far and wide. In The Botany of Desire, Michael Pollan ingeniously demonstrates how people and domesticated plants have formed a similarly reciprocal relationship.

    Teddy says: "If you have an open mind... Give it a listen"
    "Excellent book!"
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    Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

    Yes, particularly to friends who are gardeners or who have an interest in biology or history.


    0 of 0 people found this review helpful

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