terpsgirl02 is not currently reading any books.
I’m 26 years old, female, from the United States. I’ve been a DailyLit member since September 11, 2008. My reading interests include science fiction, classics, and poetry.
Books
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The Adventures of Tom Sawyer finished
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Madame de Staël finished
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1632 finished
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The Wonderful Wizard of Oz finished
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Hell-Heaven finished
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America's Greatest Hits finished
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3 Short Reads by Edgar Allan Poe finished
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The Curious Case of Benjamin Button finished
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This Moment on Earth finished
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Little Brother finished
- Anna Karenina suspended
Posts
The Adventures of Tom Sawyer - Fantastic book
I laughed and cried as I read this book. Highly recommended!
Question of the Week - Favorite "Travel" Books
On the Road by Jack Kerouac for sure. I just read it this past month and it blew my mind. It took me a while to get into it, but once I did I couldn't stop reading.
Question of the Week - Question of the Week: The Sexiest Classic Book
Of the ones I've read, Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë. It's not explicit, but the sexual tension between Catherine and Heathcliff is definitely something.
Help - Any way to start in the midway through the book?
Does anyone know if there is an easier way to start in the middle of a book?
Grammar Devotional - How far does this go?
Well, actually at the top it says I am currently reading Grammar Devotional, and I've been done for a few weeks now. Sorry if I am being nit-picky or anything, but I don't really want it to say that if it's finished - it's just confusing lol.
Grammar Devotional - How far does this go?
I was wondering how far into the book DailyLit goes. My RSS feed stopped at day 28. If this is all we're getting, why does it still say on my profile that I am reading it; shouldn't it say I'm finished?
Silly question I guess, but I was just wondering. Thanks!
Question of the Week - Question of the Week #62: Happy Birthday Charles Dickens!
I've only read A Christmas Carol by him, much to my shame. Hopefully I'll get at least one of his read this year!
Hell-Heaven - I loved this!
This was such a nice read. The descriptions and characterizations were amazing, and I loved the insight into the culture. Definitely recommended!
Question of the Week - Question of the Week #39: Paper vs. Pixels
I'm with the others who read DailyLit at work. It's hard though when I'm in the middle of a really good book and keep hitting next installment! I love it because it keeps me on track with a book, because otherwise those installments keep piling up.
America's Greatest Hits - Great history lesson!
It was fun to review some of these historical documents and addresses that I learned about in school. It's fascinating to think of the bravery and courage involved in the founding of America. I was a little unsure about Obama's inaugural address being included, just because he's our current president and we don't know yet what he will accomplish. I suppose regardless it was historical electing an African-American to office, and it was a very inspiring address. Very enjoyable read overall!
Question of the Week - Question of the Week #28: For Adults Only
I read Christy by Catherine Marshall when I was seven. I don't know if that counts as a classic, but it's definitely an adult book. I wonder if I should reread it now, because I hear these things about it that I don't quite remember! I was quite proud of reading a 500 page book back then. :D
This Moment on Earth - Inspiring and practical
This book showed the danger our earth is in, and it was filled with stories of people who have tried to make a difference. It was amazing how people from all walks of life came together on this issue. The book also gives some practical ideas at the end of what we can do.
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button - Not as good as the movie
I'm not normally one to say that, but I enjoyed the movie much more. Maybe because it had a bittersweet ending, whereas the story didn't have much sweetness about it! It seemed too matter of fact to me, not emotional enough. Interesting story though.
3 Short Reads by Edgar Allan Poe - Very good
Edgar Allan Poe is my favorite poet, but for some reason I had not read any of his short stories. I enjoyed The Masque of the Red Death much more than The Tell-Tale Heart. The Masque of the Red Death was creepy and suspenceful. The Tell-Tale Heart was good, but it was more introspective from the viewpoint of the murderer. And The Raven is always good! Fun to read these.
Book Requests - David Wellington
I discovered David Wellington's books today, and I noticed they're under a CC license, and he offers them as an RSS feed from this site: http://www.brokentype.com/ Might be a good addition to DailyLit! They look like horror/vampire/zombie type books.
Etc. - Buttonhole books, question? What's your?
Ordinary Jack by Helen Cresswell. It's a children's book, but it's hilariously funny. Honestly one of my all-time favorite books, and I only read it last year. I laughed out loud all through the book. Highly recommended!
Etc. - Question of the Week #19: Favorite Poems
My favorite is Annabel Lee by Edgar Allan Poe. I love his poetry in general, and this is my favorite of all his poems. I love the bittersweet romance, the beauty of the rhythm, and just everything about it! It’s too long to post the entire thing, but here’s the first part.
It was many and many a year ago,
In a kingdom by the sea,
That a maiden there lived whom you may know
By the name of ANNABEL LEE;
And this maiden she lived with no other thought
Than to love and be loved by me.
Etc. - Question of the Week: Special CEO Edition
I just thought of something else - how about something short by Shakespeare? I really need to read something of his. *cough*
Etc. - Question of the Week: Special CEO Edition
What about The Tragical History of Doctor Faustus by Christopher Marlowe? I really like the idea of Poe or even a Holmes story.
Etc. - Question of the Week #12: Unfinished Books
Ah, I thought of one. Wives and Daughters! It just dragged on and on, and since I'd already seen the movie (miniseries?), I knew what happened, so... :)
And actually on Wuthering Heights, I did quit that book the first time I read it, but came back years later. I also threw it across the room the second time, but I finished. I love that book, but it's very frustrating at times!
Etc. - Question of the Week #12: Unfinished Books
I honestly can't think of any, but there's been a few that I wanted to quit and kept going and now they're some of my favorite books, like Wuthering Heights and Villette. Right now I'm listening to Lorna Doone on tape and am not getting into it at all... I'm not sure if I'll give up or not!
Etc. - Question of the Week #7: Holiday Edition
I agree with goatrancher. I would give them the Bible. Everyone should read the Bible regardless of their religion, for the history, beauty of the stories and its impact on society.
Little Brother - Good warning
This was a fun read, and it was a good warning of what our society can become if we give into fear and continue to violate our citizens' privacy.
Christopher Marlowe - The Tragical History of Doctor Faustus
I read it last year for the first time, and I thought it was amazing.