Book Publication: Pantheon; 1st edition (October 30, 2007) Book Summary: Set in the time of a the Islamic Revolution in Iran, the story of Satrapi's childhood is told in such a beautiful and striking way through style of a graphic novel. Her story gives a peek into the life of a child and growing up … Continue reading The Complete Persepolis (Marjane Satrapi)
The Pleasures of God (John Piper)
"I recall hearing one of my professors in seminary say that one of the bests tests of a person's theology was the effect it has on one's prayers."— John Piper, The Pleasures of God Book Publication Date: Originally 1991; Revised and Expanded edition- June 26. 2000 Book Summary: To see God and know God as … Continue reading The Pleasures of God (John Piper)
Pip and Posy: The Christmas Tree (Axel Scheffler)
Book Publication: Nosy Crow (September 25, 2018) Reading Level: Preschool-Kindergarten (Ages 2-5) Book Summary: An adorable little Christmas story about Pip and Posy, a mouse and a rabbit, who busily prepare for the season picking and decorating tree, decorating cookies and more. However, they run into a bit of a problem as their Christmas decorations … Continue reading Pip and Posy: The Christmas Tree (Axel Scheffler)
“Geranium” (Flannery O’Connor)
Story Publication Date: Summer 1946 "The Complete Stories" Publication: Farrar, Straus and Giroux; First edition (January 1, 1971) Story Summary: The realistic story of a recent New York transplant from the South, an old man name Dudley moves into the city at the suggestion of his adult daughter. He can't help but keep comparing his … Continue reading “Geranium” (Flannery O’Connor)
