In which reality blows by satire

originally posted by Ian Fitzsimmons: I have to admit I've only read one Didion book, and it left me scratching my head.
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I thought Miami was pretty amazing, gave a lot more insight into political matters than much of political science. That's not saying much, I know, but I thought the writing was excellent.

Slouching towards Bethlehem was well worth my time as well. Obviously, everyone's mileage may vary. But I loved her prose and her insights were not bad either.
 
originally posted by Rahsaan:
originally posted by Ian Fitzsimmons: I have to admit I've only read one Didion book, and it left me scratching my head.
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I thought Miami was pretty amazing, gave a lot more insight into political matters than much of political science. That's not saying much, I know, but I thought the writing was excellent.

Slouching towards Bethlehem was well worth my time as well. Obviously, everyone's mileage may vary. But I loved her prose and her insights were not bad either.
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Miami is really great. Unlike Harrison, I have always been a big fan of her prose. I love the way she writes. But, like Harrison, I was sometimes a bit disgusted by her politics and social commentary. Apparently her politics have moved a little. I liked Where I Was From very much.
 
originally posted by Jeff Grossman:
Cut to the tottering, stiff-kneed, snaggle-toothed, ragged tuxedoed, walking dead who are proffering bottles and groaning, "Buttery finish!" "Great year for zin!!" "This is what I drink at home!!!"
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Man, I am there except for the ragged tux that I'll need to find and the proclivity for zin. This may be my big chance to break into the TeeVee!!
 
originally posted by Rahsaan:
originally posted by Ian Fitzsimmons: I have to admit I've only read one Didion book, and it left me scratching my head.
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I thought Miami was pretty amazing, gave a lot more insight into political matters than much of political science. That's not saying much, I know, but I thought the writing was excellent.

Slouching towards Bethlehem was well worth my time as well. Obviously, everyone's mileage may vary. But I loved her prose and her insights were not bad either.
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The Book I read was The Last Thing He Wanted, and it seemed innocuous - couldn't put it together with her reputation. But I was playing in a chess tournament the same weekend I read it and may not have given it enough attention. I should try again with one of the ones you name.
 
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