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My Indulgence
July 2, 2008

Posted by CindyC in : Opinions & Thoughts , trackback

Yesterday, one of my friends asked what I’ve been doing with my extra time (freed from my summer blog slacking). Well, I sheepishly opened my handbag and showed her my guilty pleasure - a large single book collection of Jane Austen novels that I picked up for $3 at the library book sale. I admit I am an Austen-holic. I’ve read all her novels and pretty much seen all the versions of Pride and Prejudice that were ever made, including multiple viewings of the 5 1/2 hour BBC rendition.

Okay, I know some of you are probably disappointed by my “confession”. After all, Jane Austen remains a respected literary figure and even have college courses dedicated to her work. I guess I view this as an indulgence as I am rereading Pride & Prejudice for probably the hundredth time, instead of my planned “green” book for July.

However, I am glad to see that unlike me, some of my friends are still diligently reading and thinking about important issues. My good friend Michelle recently took the opportunity to hear Michael Pollan talk about his new book In Defense of Food. Thanks Michelle for a great summary and when it’s finally my turn to get the book from the library, I swear I won’t let Mark Darcy, Lizzy Bennet or Emma Woodhouse get in the way.

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Comments»

1. arduous - July 2, 2008

I’ve read P&P a billion times as well. There’s just nothing like the comfort that comes from a well worn book. I’ve also read Sense and Sensibility over and over.

2. Heather @ SGF - July 3, 2008

I just love reading. I’ve been without my computer all week (yep - it’s back in the shop for a final fix and I’ve commandeered my hubby’s computer to catch up on what everyone’s been doing). Anyway, since I have no computer, I’ve been reading more than usual. I’ve read 4 mysteries so far this week :) One a day. I love mysteries - the goofy ones. They’re so much fun! Enjoy the indulgence!

3. Green Bean - July 8, 2008

You are an Austen-aholic? Who knew. :-)