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Tag: Twelve Months of Classic Literature

The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd

March 16, 2014 ~ Brona's Books ~ 2 Comments

I didn't know.I've been reading and thoroughly enjoying the story of Sarah Grimké  and Handful by Sue Monk Kidd.The Invention of Wings is a wonderfully complex, nuanced, character driven story that takes you straight into the heart of the deep South in the early 1800's.Given the Classics Club event for this month (Feminism in literature) … Continue reading The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd

Feminist Literature

March 8, 2014May 6, 2021 ~ Brona's Books ~ 6 Comments

This month The Classics Club is challenging us with the topic 'feminist literature'.  So far not a lot of literature has been discussed, but a lot of commentary has already popped up about the word 'feminism'.  I find it curious that this one little word can create such passionate feelings from men and women. Why … Continue reading Feminist Literature

Twelve Months of Classic Literature: Shakespeare

January 28, 2014 ~ Brona's Books ~ 3 Comments

The Classics Club is hosting a new year long Meme called Twelve Months of Classic Literature.The January question asks us to reflect on the life and times of Shakespeare.My lazy summer schedule has not allowed for serious reflection on any topic whatsoever. But I felt the urge to participate, so I've decided to go for … Continue reading Twelve Months of Classic Literature: Shakespeare

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