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For Whom the Dinner Bell Tolls: The Role and Function of Food and Drink in the Prose of Ernest Hemingway
Samuel J. Rogal
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Ernest Hemingway is famous for his description of food and drink in his short stories and novels. Very little has been written extensively and exclusively about this topic, but now Professor Samuel J. Rogal deals with this great theme in its totality. Food and drink and their description contributed to Hemingway's attraction to myth and ritual and Rogal gives an insight into his great contribution to literature. The work contains appendices and graphs listing items of food and drink and where they appear in his fiction and non-fiction.
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A Drink Before the War (Patrick Kenzie/Angela Gennaro Novels)
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As richly complex and brutal as the terrain it depicts, here is the mesmerizing, darkly original novel that heralded the arrival of Dennis Lehane, the master of the new noir -- and introduced Patrick Kenzie and Angela Gennaro, his smart and tough private investigators weaned on the blue-collar streets of Dorchester.
A cabal of powerful Boston politicians is willing to pay Kenzie and Gennaro big money for a seemingly small job: to find the missing cleaning woman who stole some secret documents. As Kenzie and Gennaro learn, however, this crime is no ordinary theft. It's about justice. About right and wrong. But in Boston, finding the truth isn't just a dirty business ... it's deadly.
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Conflict of cultures.......2007-07-03
Having read the short story "Running Out of Dog," I decided to try one of the novels. The character Bubba in this novel reminds me of the supporting character in the short story. In the present novel, Boston PI Patrick Kenzie and his partner Angie Gennaro take on a case to find a missing woman, being told by a powerful state senator that she has run off with some documents.
All is not as it seems. Patrick and Angie find themselves in the middle of a gang war (the War of the title). They also find themselves involved with some sleazy politicians. Along the way you learn a lot about spousal abuse, child abuse, pedophilia, race and class conflicts, territorial conflicts, etc. In some respects, the novel could be set in almost any part of the world.
Overall, the novel is good, but perhaps a little heavy in moralizing at some points. The novel contains violence, language, and sexual content. The novel does make the point that how you are punished, and whether you are punished, may depend on your social standing and connections.
Drunk at the bar while the war rages..........2007-05-26
...and you miss the best parts!
I pegged all my hopes and dreams on A DRINK BEFORE THE WAR. I had read an excerpt of Lehane's in a magazine for writers. Wondering if they hadn't just given me the choicest morsel from an otherwise sub-par book, I picked up DRINK to see if Lehane could pull off that kind of quality over the span of an entire novel.
When I finished, I had to admit it was the most impressive debut from a new author that I'd read in a long time.
The prose in DRINK, true to what I expected, was rapid-fire, clever, funny, and very descriptive. The characters were sympathetic and so unbelievably fleshed-out that I thought they'd jump off the page. The story itself was poignant and intriguing, and by the time I finished this DRINK, I wanted another. Overall, an excellent introduction to a man who could've been (and may still prove to be) one of the best crime writers around.
I call it an introduction because it is a bit malnourished. The war referenced in the title? Doesn't happen. At least, we never see it; of the total war, we see about 3%. For some reason, Lehane summarized it after the fact, skipping right to the conclusion of the mystery instead. And the mystery itself is a bit weak; early on, we know who has the missing documents, we just don't know what's on them. Then when we find out, while disturbing and tying the whole story together, it still comes off as a bit anti-climactic and unsatisfying.
The book gives you the best prose in the crime/mystery genre, gives you a fast pace, but then it hiccups when it skips the war and tumbles down the stairs with the ending. Read A DRINK BEFORE THE WAR to see how Lehane started out, and appreciate his awesome writing ability. But then jump to DARKNESS, TAKE MY HAND or GONE, BABY, GONE to see him at his best.
Lehane Doesn't Disappoint.......2007-02-13
I am not an avid mystery reader, but I was so impressed with Mystic River that I wanted to try a Patrick Kenzie novel. I was not disappointed. I see why the fans are so faithful to this series.
The plot revolves around a deceptively simple request to retrieve sensitive documents that were stolen from a Senate office. As Lehane did in Mystic River, the main plot leads the story through the seedier side of Boston and becomes secondary to the incendiary situations presented peripherally. This time Lehane takes aim at corruption. Corruption of the soul and corruption of people. With a deft writing style, Lehane brings the reader into a war zone of gang violence and political irresponsibility, creating a backdrop of violence and deception. The tension is constant, and something is always simmering near the surface.
Some of the action and dialogue is clichéd, and some of the characters are of the classic stereotype mold. However, that can be all overlooked given this is an early work by Lehane. When his imagination matches his writing ability it is a joy to get lost in this nicely constructed story.
I am looking forward to meeting Patrick and Angela again in the second book of the series.
A very good First Novel.......2007-01-22
I'll admit, Mystery, and Detective books are not usually my favorite genre of story, so if it is yours take this with salt.
I really like the writing of Dennis LeHane, even though I typically would read sci-fi, given my choice. But here is the thing... LeHane uses very good mystery puzzles to be the background to the moral conundrums of the protagonist, who are a handful of (morally and emotionally) damaged people with various ideas of right and wrong.
And that is the basis of why I think that Mr. Lehane is sooooo good as a writer.
This book, "A Drink Before the War" is the beginning of the "Kenzie and Genarro" novels, and while I am glad that I read this book, I am also glad that I didn't read it before I had already read "Darkness Take My Hand", and "Sacred" which had me deeply committed to liking these characters. Because as good as this book is, LeHane truly improves at each outing, and while this book might not have hooked me, I was already hooked, so... The themes of Racism which pervade this story and might make one (Me) uncomfortable, and the slightly less polished style of writing did not turn me off to the book. I guess what I am saying is that this is a very good prequel, to the subsequent stories in this series, with essential background information to the character development.
So... Here is what I suggest, either read one of the other books first like I did accidentally, or read this (still very good) book, knowing that the story will only get better and better as the series develops.
Went Out and Bought 4 More.......2006-11-02
Really enjoyed this book. Even with books I like these days I feel a certain distance between the characters and the reader. In this one I really liked the gang and wanted to get to know them better. I especially like the protaganist, he is a lot of fun, warts and all. I am glad the female lead drops her rotten hubby as the series progresses. That sad relationship just didn't seem to fit with the general mood. I can't wait to read the others. I think the South Florida/Key West genre has ran out of ideas and interesting tales but I am finding a couple of series that have stepped in to fill the void. This is one of them. Give it a try. I don't grade on a curve, 4 stars is a very good book to me.
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Farley Fans Rejoice.......2007-03-15
For anyone who has followed the adventures of Farley and his friends over the years, and/or who has been to Yosemite National Park. Rejoice and enjoy!
Very funny without being mean........2007-02-20
Mr. Frank is very funny about animals and people without being mean or vulgar. He finally explains how the bears power their TV up in the rocks... they have a very long extension cord running from the laundry room of the Ahwahnee.
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Drink and Draw Social Club Volume 1 contains the scribblings and scratchings of a large group of artists done strictly at pubs and taverns across the country. The pints and pencil shavings make for some "good times" as they do their best to "keep it real!" Dave Johnson, Dan Panosian and Jeff Johnson have spread to over 1,600 members with splinter groups popping up everywhere. Just recently they were filmed as part of the upcoming MySpace film documentary.
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drink and draw makes me drink and draw!.......2007-07-20
wow what an amazing group of artists and so talented! if you don't have this on your coffee table your missing out!
Alcohol + Art = Awesome.......2007-03-20
Drink and Draw Social Club is the brilliantly simple notion of taking a bunch of very funny, talented cartoonists and seeing what copious amounts of alcohol does to their talents. The answer is, sickeningly, apparently nothing.
This book is amazing, packed with wild, crazy funny stuff ranging from sexy ladiez to aliens to cowboys to inner demons to suppressed childhood memories.
Accomanpied by hysterically-funny commentary, the core trio of DDSC make you wish they were your best friends. The drawings are inspirational and will have any budding artist reaching for another beermat.
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THE WINNER OF THE GOURMAND WORLD COOKBOOK AWARDS in the category of the Best Book in Cooking with Wine, Beer or Spirits for Books
New Tastes in Green Tea is an original cookbook that ushers an underappreciated flavor into the kitchen as a beverage and a cooking ingredient. The range of recipes is startling. Green Tea Latte, Matcha Smoothie, or Iced Matcha au Lait take "the greens" in new directions. Mouthwatering recipes for
gratin, quiche, pastas, and desserts will enliven the adventurous cook's culinary repertoire.
While breaking fresh ground, New Tastes in Green Tea also covers the basics. Author Mutsuko Tokunaga, vice president of the World Green Tea Association, introduces the reader to the most popular types of traditional tea, the fine art of brewing a perfect cup, and the ins and outs of tea lore. Lavish
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Whether you are looking for a bevy of palate-pleasing drinks or savory new food recipes, New Tastes in Green Tea is a must-have for anyone seeking to appreciate the versatility and elegant flavorings of one of the world's most healthful beverages.
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Detailed Information on Green Tea.......2007-02-07
This book will answer a lot of questions regarding green tea and its properties. The recipes included in the book are extremely easy and appetizing. We use this book as reference in our Tea Boutique all the time; it's a great addition to your tea library.
Introducing the reader to the most popular types tea.......2004-10-11
Enthusiastically recommended for gourmet kitchen cookbook collections, New Tastes In Green Tea: A Novel Flavor For Familiar Drinks, Dishes, And Desserts by renowned Japanese food stylist Mutsuko Tokunaga (who is also the Vice President of the World Green Tea Association) covers all the basics in the course of introducing the reader to the most popular types of traditional tea, the fine art of brewing tea, as well as tea lore and the history of tea. Tokunage then goes on provide this full range cookbook with a culinary wealth of new recipes for drinks, savory and sweet dishes, and complete tea menus. From Green Tea Gnocchi; Green Tea Croquettes; and Matcha Seafood with Mushroom Gratin; to Salmon and Sencha Pie; Matcha Chiffon Cake; and Matcha Tiramisu, New Tastes In Green Tea is a unique compilation that will be deeply and enduringly appreciated by gourmets with an appreciation for culinary elegance, as well as family kitchen cooks with an interest in providing the beneficial properties of green tea to their loved ones.
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Bridget Jones's Diary seems to have unleashed a flood of similar novels featuring unmarried, underemployed, somewhat neurotic young women searching for the right job--and, more importantly, the right man. One of the better entries in the Bridget Jones Sweepstakes is Kate Christensen's In the Drink, which features a 29-year-old New Yorker. Claudia Steiner long ago traded in her initial dream of making it big in journalism for a position as personal secretary and ghostwriter for Genevieve "Jackie" del Castellano, an elderly writer of bestselling novels and a lunatic to boot. In addition to her employment woes, Claudia has an unsatisfactory love life: her lover is married, and the man she loves just wants to be friends. Helen Fielding played these miseries for comedy; Christensen, however, takes her character--and her readers--down a darker path. Where Bridget would get tipsy in a pub with her girlfriends, Claudia prefers to drink alone. Still, though Claudia's tribulations mount--she loses her job, she can't pay the rent, she makes a pass at her best friend and secret crush, William, and gets rebuffed--Christensen manages to keep the tone hopeful even as she refuses to pull her punches. When, for example, an acquaintance calls her a drunk, Claudia thinks:
A drunk was someone to be reckoned with, someone interesting and far-gone. I should have been alarmed and ashamed, should have considered joining all those chain-smokers in church basements--I knew what I was supposed to feel. But the sunlight covered the street with the clear healthy gold of ale, the brownstone faces were burnished the toast-warm color of bourbon in candlelight, the air was clear and lively as gin, and something leapt in me, a persistent little flame of self.
In the Drink is not a Cinderella story, after all--nor even a retelling of a Jane Austen classic--but Christensen ends her debut on a hopeful note without giving its heroine a complete makeover. And in Claudia she has created a character who is endearing because of her flaws, not in spite of them. --Alix Wilber
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In this compassionate, wise, and comical debut, Kate Christensen gives an engaging and authentic voice to a new generation of single urban women.
Claudia Steiner never intended for her life to become such a disaster. At the age of twenty-nine she finds herself serving as secretary to an insane, aging socialite who barks orders from her toilet, specializes in devastating backhanded remarks, and expects Claudia to ghostwrite her best-selling novels. Her job pays enough to keep her in overpriced cocktails, cabs, and take-out but doesn't cover the rent on her roach-infested apartment or keep her creditors at bay. Her romantic prospects are no better. She's hopelessly in love with her best friend, a corporate lawyer who may or may not be gay, and she's still relentlessly pursued by her ex-lover, a married unpublished epic poet. All Claudia can rely on--aside from her wry sense of humor and her faith in the medicinal properties of whiskey--is a persistent little flame of belief in herself, which gives her the glimmer of a chance for a happy ending.
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A nice way to pass an afternoon. .......2006-01-26
I usually don't read this sort of light women's fiction, but I liked the cover art and the title and so I picked it up and was pleasantly suprised. It was fast-paced, well-written, funny in places, and had some well-drawn characters and situations, especially the scenes with Jackie, the main character's touchingly insane boss. I liked the concept of Claudia ghostwriting the fictionalized memoirs of this spoiled socialite --who also happened to be an undercover detective. This formula allows Claudia (and the author) to work in some hilariously bad Danielle Steel-esque passages. Maybe a combination tribute to and parody of the "chick lit" genre.
In the Drink is light-hearted, funny, doesn't make me think very much, but doesn't depress me with god-awful writing, icky characters and inane dialogue like other books in this genre. It kept me entertained to the end.
No thanks, I'm a teetotaler.......2005-08-02
I wanted to like this book, but I guess I'm not down and depressed enough to relate to it. It was just so much of the same miserable life page after page after page. Oh wait-- there's good reason: she was never hugged as a child, therefore can and will be a depressed alcoholic loser for her entire life. I don't mind some "loser-lit" but there has to be an evolution or an awakening or some kind of lightbulb to keep me interested, otherwise I lose sympathy and figure, well, if that's your attitude, you deserve what you get. I can relate to the "hard times-hard life" theme-- everyone's faced some dark moments-- but I can't feel much empathy when it becomes a choice, a lifestyle, an escape, and just a jerky way of behaving.
Normally I'd give this a higher rating because the "writing" was more or less technically correct, but I, for one, am getting tired of "I Suck" books that ramble on without a point, without a story, without any real skill in creative storytelling.
I did not find "a character who is endearing because of her flaws." She was a jerk. I didn't think they were "some endearingly horrific blunders at work." She was stupid. I didn't find it "enlivened with refreshingly unsentimental humor." It was pathetic. There was nothing "charmingly original." Charmingly??? If this is an example of an author who "manages to keep the tone hopeful" - I'd hate to read something really depressing!
One of the Best Books base on reality.......2005-07-20
Why do i say it's the best book base on reality? Well, in reality, we are not given a perfect sugar coated, artificial, rich and immaculately structured life. Face it. Life is one big loophole. Claudia Steiner, the protagonist, like everyone of us, despite the fact that she hates her job, hates her life, yet not everyone has the power or the courage to decide for ourselves; to get out of our familiar yet dissatisfied zone, to tap on to the unknown, where we believe we would be happier. We prefer to take our yucky job, lying down, yucking bosses, yucky school, yucky classes. BUT at the back of our minds, we knew someday we gonna quit. And run for our ambitions and desires. Just someday. Secretly in love with William for so many years, Claudia again and again, stayed beside him, yet many a times, kept a certain distance. Everyone is afraid of love or a hint of rejection. I don;t want to read about characters who r total glitz and glamor who has the courage and confidence to do everything and anything. It isn't interesting anymore. However, Claudia finds help in drinking. Lots of humorous segments between Claudia and her socialite boss, Jacky, and her pet kitty who lives under her bed, hey, it's real humor i am talkin abt here. But I do admit, that the ending is a bit of a hurry. Well, life doesn't guarentee us a wrapped up closure, pieces of a jigsaw perfectly pieced to reveal a beautiful wholesome picture. In the Drink, honestly depicts life, to most of us. Things that we want, yet keep eluding us. William on the other hand, isn't as perfect as Claudia dreamed. Near the end of the novel, we learned that William though a successful lawyer in the day, turned out to be a 'psycho' (which to me adds on to his attractiveness.) Similarly, the movie American Beauty, i guess both paints the same theme: that what lies beneath the sleek surface, is a bag of gnawing worms. Another trait of this novel, is Christensen's talent in writing. Her choice of words is totally apt in churning out scenes to create atmospheres, just as though u r watching a movie in ur mind. I could almost breathe the air that Christensen's words leaved on the pages. I dun think that Claudia is a loser at all. she is just learning. A reflection of the bleak reality. Unlike all the other chick-lit books about prada-clothed women that r totally tasteless, boring and intellectualy degrading.
Kate Christensen, a spectular author.......2005-06-04
Christensen is a wonderful, talented writer. Her novels, written beautifully, are great reads for any down-time that the normal urban-city chick will just adore. I definitely give her and her works thumbs up.
Bland "Drink".......2004-10-06
Kate Christensen seems to be on a writing upswing, with her most recent release the wickedly funny "Epicure's Lament." She didn't start on such dark and delicious ground, however. Her debut novel, "In the Drink," is a passable chick-lit book with a vaguely Bridget-Jones air. Amusing in places, but nothing special. Yet.
Claudia Steiner is creeping up on the big 3-oh, but has none of the security that most women her age have. She's mired in a ghostwriting job for a kiss'n'tell socialite, she has no money, and her love life is in tatters -- pursued with a married man who is unhappily married to a Romanian stripper. Oh yes, and Claudia is in love with her best male pal, the might-be-gay William. (Why she stays in Manhattan is not entirely clear)
But Claudia hits bottom when her boss Jackie becomes too much to deal with, her mum drops in to fight with her, and she's in danger of eviction from her roachy apartment. Suddenly she finds that she has to pull herself up by her bootstraps, even as she finds that Jackie and William have their own secrets hidden behind them.
Christensen's take on loser lit is an amusing one, no doubt. And her wickedly dark sense of humor pops up in places where Helen Fielding never even dreamed of -- like Claudia's almost obsessive love of whiskey, or William's rather un-shocking, naughty secret. (Here's a hint -- it involves whips) Not to mention the quippy narrative and fast speed.
But it doesn't quite succeed in spoofing loser lit -- it's too close to the real thing to be an urban-lit satire. In places it's depressing where it ought to be funny. And the characters -- boss from hell, annoying family members, depressed young woman, male best friend who she longs for -- are standard chick-lit/loser lit people who fit easily into their slots.
Claudia is something of a loser, she knows she's a loser, and she doesn't seem too inclined to rise above loserdom. You'll sympathize with her... yet want to smack her. Jackie is a riot as the aging debutante who has Claudia write her steamy books, and provides much of the book's humor. William is a likable dark horse who serves as a good counterpoint to Claudia.
Kate Christensen's "In the Drink" has the feeling of a first-time novelist still feeling her way around. It's funny in places, and an amusing piece of loser lit, but nothing special.
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It's hard to believe that Cathy has entertained us for a quarter-century. She's like a longtime friend who shares the same fears and frustrations as most women: the frightening sight of too-tight swimsuits in a dressing room mirror, the relentless call of the refrigerator, and men who are never quite right.In honor of Cathy's 25th anniversary, we present four gift books on Cathy's most popular subjects: Food, Love, Mom, and Work. This is a cartoon soul mate, who stresses over the four basic guilt groups-Cathy's seventy million readers of the nearly 1,500 newspapers in which she appears will find comfort, solace, and lots of laughs.
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What’s that delicious smell coming from the oven? It’s the aroma of biscuits, stuffed calzones, and glazed cinnamon rolls…all baked by kids! These irresistible recipes—from brioche to baguettes, spanakopita to stuffed calzone, cobblers to custard—are guaranteed to lure young chefs to the kitchen. And they’ll feel confident cooking, too, because Rose Dunnington’s follow-up to Big Snacks, Little Meals and Delicious Drinks to Sip, Slurp, Gulp & Guzzle provides all the basics. She explains how to create a workspace; read a recipe; mix and knead; present fresh-baked foods for any occasion for friends and family; and more. Plus, each recipe in this lay-flat, concealed spiral cookbook features a color photo of the finished dish and plenty of helpful how-tos to guide beginners.
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What a great book for cooks of all ages!.......2007-04-09
I bought this book for my niece & nephew but when I looked through it I was hooked & had to keep it for myself. It has great recipes & the photos are terrific. I made the Ultimate Brownies for a bake sale & ended up making more the next day for some folks who wanted a piece. They turned out great both times. There are lots of other recipes that I'm very anxious to try. Would like to purchase her other books even though I'm not a kid & will get them for my niece & nephew too.
Buy This Book.......2007-03-23
What an excellent tool for the budding chef in your life! The collection of yummy recipes are easy to make and delicious to eat. What's really terrific are the easy-to understand instructions up front, the glossary of terms in the back, and the individual tips along the way. Rose's anecdotes add a homey and humorous feel (age appropriate) to make this book a true pleasure to use. Even the accomplished adult cooks in our house use this book -it's that good! I strongly recommend this book, along with Dunnington's others.
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What do women really want? Chocolate! But you already knew that, right? Everyone knows the delicious anticipation of dipping into a fresh box of chocolates...and so it is with this charming collection of cartoons by New Yorker cartoonist Donna Barstow.
Chocolate is on the minds of many ladies most of the time, and we're lucky that cartoonist Barstow has been willing to share her own obsession with it. Why do women crave it, anyway? Why is it more important than love? How many uses can one find for it? These and other questions may be answered - or not - in these cool cartoons about women and their not so secret madness.
Ranging from "laugh out loud" to "I gotta send this to a friend," the over 120 drawings here are New Yorker-type cartoons with a distinctive girly slant. The pen-and-ink line drawings with wash are reproduced well in this medium-sized hardcover. Quotations on chocolate from authors like Mel Gibson to George Bernard Shaw are also included, and an amusing foreword by Ruth Levy Beranbaum (author of "The Cake Bible,") proves she's a chef who can laugh at her own delicious words.
Chocolate! is the perfect gift or collectible for foodies, cartoon lovers, and, of course, collectors of all things chocolate.
Customer Reviews:
Nice collectible graphic novel.......2007-09-08
One of the other comments said the cartoons are like the New Yorker...so she didn't like this book. Well, I do like the New Yorker cartoons, so I loved it! But these don't toe the line the way NY cartoons do, so kudos to the author for taking on a topic that's feminine and feisty.
I also like that it's a hardback. I deserve it!
They Want This Book!.......2005-01-12
What do women really want? They want this book! It's full of New Yorker style cartoons about a love in the lives of many women and men: chocolate. Although I personally "would not cross the street" for chocolate (a phrase I picked up from an Irish friend), I still find it very funny.
If you have any chocolate lovers in your life, this book is a MUST for birthdays, Valentine's Day, Christmas, your second date -- whatever! The only complaint is if I read it another time, I might start crossing the street, too.
Funny for men too . . ........2004-12-21
I bought this book for my girlfriend as a Christmas gift and nearly kept it for myself. The humor is top-notch -- every joke tickled my funny bone. And after laughing myself from the first page to the last, what do I have to say? Men really want chocolate too.
Great gift idea.......2004-12-07
Perfect gift for the chocoholic. Clever. Artistic. And very funny. I not only laughed, I could practically taste the chocolate.
Sweet!.......2004-07-17
I'm a collector of chocolate cookbooks, so I had to take a look at this. There aren't any recipes, but the cartoons more than make up for that, and some of the quotations made me laugh out loud, too. Maybe it sounds weird, but I also like the smooth chocolate cover and the expensive feeling paper! I actually gave copies of this to 3 friends already, and plan to give more. I've never seen a book of cartoons just on chocolate before, and it's a great addition to my collection!
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- A novel of contemporary Chinese life, written by a westerner
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The Drink and Dream Tea House: A Novel
Justin Hill
Manufacturer: Back Bay Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
Contemporary
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ASIN: 0316825840 |
Book Description
This acclaimed first novel takes us inside China today; into a land filled with contradictions, humor, drama, and beauty; into the small Chinese town of Shaoyang at a moment when the closing of the state-run Number Two Space Rocket Factory throws the contrasts between old world and new world into stark relief. With its soap-operatic array of compelling and wonderfully eccentric characters, THE DRINK AND DREAM TEAHOUSE introduces a fresh and important new voice.
Customer Reviews:
OUTSTANDING.......2002-07-23
Justin Hill manages to accomplish in 200 pages what takes most writers twice as long... The depth of empathy we feel for Peach's confusion is matched only by our own confusion over her her actions - His characters become such a temporary part of one's existence that, much like life, one finds themselves disappointed, almost angered when they don't act the ways in which you have come to expect.
In addition to the extraordinary character development, the depth of detail Justin Hill has reached with his descriptions of the culture and world in which these characters exist goes far beyond your typical novel. It was not a surprise to find that his other two works were ones of non-fiction - his attention to detail and ability to accurately capture an entire age were so great. I was so taken by Drink and Dream I immediately read his subsequent release, Ciao Asmara, and and the character that IS Eritrea proved to be as captivating as sum total of the characters of Drink and Dream... The drama and suspense painted within the fiction of Drink and Dream is matched by the painfully beautiful depiction of the harsh realities of the struggling country. I recommend both wholeheartedly and am looking forwrad to more.
Disappointing.......2002-02-27
In many instances, I felt the author was distanced from his characters, leaving them less devloped than the reader appreciated. We never quite sympathised as fully as we might have with Peach, for all her adolescent confusion, nor are we allowed to realize fully the horror of the almost comic-caricature ending Hill gives her boyfriend & his sister.
Da Shan bounces around like a noodle in a bowl of soup -- the person who reunites with his son at the end spend most of the novel incongruously drunk or throwing his capitalist money around to impress his parents. His father, and Peach's mother were, in my opinion, the most interesting characters.
By the end, I was still very uncomfotable, as I suppose many Chinese are, with the attempts to reconcile the past with the present, and possibly the future of the country.
The repeated use of the name 'Rocket Factory' made me feel as if I were somewhere missing in the action of reality.
Fat Pan & Lieu Bei were also characters that left this reader feeling frustrated, as if they had more to say and do but were somehow aborted in their actions.
A novel of contemporary Chinese life, written by a westerner.......2002-01-14
Set in the present day in mainland China, this first novel is charming, warmly humorous, and often touching in its focus on several families in the small town of Shaoyang as they weather the cultural turmoil which is taking place. The goals of the young have changed, and many people in the cities are experimenting with capitalism. The firebrands of the past are now elderly people living simple, often deprived, lives, and the destruction which occurred during the Cultural Revolution is now recognized and acknowledged as unfortunate. People are coping with the closure of factories, general unemployment, unsatisfying work on farms, and the pollution of rivers and waterways.
Hill endows what might have been a bleak setting with much humor. When Da Shan returns to the town after being away for seven years, for example, his reunion with his mother reflects the relationships of mothers and sons across all cultures and time, sounding as much like a Borscht Belt Jewish Mother skit as a domestic interchange in rural China. The petty quarrels, jealousies, resentments, longings, and hopes for the future, which are only hinted at in Chinese-written books such as Wild Swans, Waiting, and Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress, are explicit here, further adding to the sense of common humanity which makes Hill's characters so understandable. While this may make the novel "less Chinese," it allows for greater reader identification.
Much of Hill's effectiveness stems from his selection of powerful visual details, rather than his use of pretty words. The polluted river, for example, shines with "pale gray smudges where plastic bags have drowned," while an ancient temple is inhabited by nuns who can no longer read some of the Chinese characters in their books. I did find several fairly explicit sex scenes to be jarring, out of character with the warmth, light humor, and restraint throughout much of the book, and inconsistent with its formal, almost operatic structure. In addition, a harshness creeps into the end of the book and may be a warning to the reader that nothing may be taken for granted in this country, despite our desire to think the people are "just like us." Hill's ambitious novel contains many delights and augurs a promising future. Mary Whipple
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