Monday, May 30, 2011

Mailbox Monday May 30th - New York Review Books Classics NYRB



Mailbox Monday, which was started by Marcia at The Printed Page, is on blog tour—and the host for May is:  Mari @ Mari Reads. 

I've been a bit obsessed with all of the NYRB Classics that I've been reading about lately, and after trying The Pumpkin Eater by Penelope Mortimer and enjoying it, I decided to treat myself to several more that sounded good.  The covers are so colorful. I think they are gorgeous, and they look so nice on the book shelf as well. After reading the product overviews, I think each one sounds wonderful. I can't wait to begin them. (If you click on the title links, you can read what each is about).

Here are the (6) that arrived last week.
 


(Spine views of the NYRB Classics)

I hope you had a great week in books as well.
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  1. Laurel-Rain SnowMay 30, 2011 at 7:40 AM

    Oh, classics do look great to me, too, these days...I had to get The Pumpkin Eater a couple weeks ago after you reminded me of that one!

    I also like the look of Summer Garden. I have The Uncoupling on my Kindle, and now can't wait!

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  2. Brian's Home BlogMay 30, 2011 at 8:06 AM

    The Summer Garden looks pretty good to me!

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  3. AnneMay 30, 2011 at 8:18 AM

    I just read The Bronze Horseman recently and loved it. I cannot wait to read The Summer Garden.

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  4. JennaMay 30, 2011 at 8:20 AM

    I absolutely love the NYRB covers...perfect for a bookshelf display! I'll definitely be looking into these more. Thanks for showcasing them.

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  5. Mary (Bookfan)May 30, 2011 at 8:28 AM

    They all look good!

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  6. Paulita May 30, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    I was excited to see the Meg Wolitzer, but the reviews are not good. Too bad because the idea is fabulous. Make sure you let us know if it is better than the reviews.

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  7. MishaMay 30, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    I have heard so many mixed things about The Uncoupling by Meg Wolitzer. I really want to read it, so I will be looking forward to reading your thoughts on the book.

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  8. AnonymousMay 30, 2011 at 10:04 AM

    I thought The Uncoupling was a fun read. I still have to write a post about it!

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  9. AnonymousMay 30, 2011 at 10:15 AM

    I'll be interested in following your reviews of the classic books you got, Diane. None are ones I've heard of, but your review of THE PUMPKIN EATER was very good. I always learn something going about and reading other blogs. :-)

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  10. ZibileeMay 30, 2011 at 10:16 AM

    I have heard some amazing things about Stoner, and hope that you enjoy it, and all your others. The covers on those books are just fantastic!

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  11. Beth HoffmanMay 30, 2011 at 10:58 AM

    I'm curious about The Summer Garden, will have to add that to my list. Enjoy!

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  12. bermudaonionMay 30, 2011 at 12:28 PM

    Those NYRB books are gorgeous! I hope they're as good as they look.

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  13. SariJMay 30, 2011 at 12:36 PM

    Speaking of Classics, my group's challenge this month is to read something written before 1700. I picked up The Pilgrim's Progress from my TBR pile last night. It is fairly interesting but also very Christian. Not sure if I will finish it, but know I should as it is one of those classics that is quoted a lot.
    Enjoy yours and enjoy the day!

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  14. avisannschildMay 30, 2011 at 12:53 PM

    I'm not much of a reader of classics, but those do look lovely! Hope you enjoy them all!

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  15. Aisle BMay 30, 2011 at 5:27 PM

    I have Stoner and ashamed to say I keep getting side tracked but promise to push it up to READ.

    Great combo of books:)

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  16. Martha EskuchenMay 30, 2011 at 6:44 PM

    Hi - I love your fire hydrant. :-)
    These classics look really interesting. We get busy reading "new" authors and books we sometimes forget there are so many classics. If only we had more time.
    Enjoy your books.

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  17. mpartykaMay 30, 2011 at 8:07 PM

    I read The Coupling a few weeks ago, strange book that one. I haven't written my review.

    I will be back to check out the book in detail. :)

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  18. Passages to the PastMay 30, 2011 at 8:16 PM

    Great mailbox Diane! The Summer Garden sounds really good, looking forward to your review!

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  19. StaciMay 30, 2011 at 8:38 PM

    I am really excited to hear about that first group of books...I love it when you read something that I wouldn't and then I feel compelled to pick it up!!

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  20. MysticaMay 30, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    Love the classics - Pumpkin Eater is something I was hoping to find here no luck as yet!

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  21. gautami tripathyMay 30, 2011 at 9:40 PM

    Wonderful mailbox!! Have a great reading week. I received only one book in my mailbox!!


    Here is my Monday: Mailbox/What Are You Reading?/Musings post!

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  22. Laura at Library of Clean ReadsMay 30, 2011 at 10:36 PM

    I haven't read any of those classics! I hope you enjoy them all.

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  23. KathleenMay 30, 2011 at 11:00 PM

    I love the photo of the books on the quilt. They look like quilt squares! Enjoy them all!

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  24. Leslie (Under My Apple Tree)May 31, 2011 at 12:53 AM

    I haven't read any of those classics. I probably should read more books that have stood the test of time.

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  25. AmusedMay 31, 2011 at 1:15 AM

    I've been feeling like I need to start reading more classics so I am definitely drooling over your mailbox!

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  26. Jo @ Booklover Book ReviewsMay 31, 2011 at 6:22 AM

    Gorgeous covers there - I love a beautiful bookshelf! Enjoy!

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  27. AliceMay 31, 2011 at 7:02 AM

    I don't think I've read any of these classics but they look mighty fine!

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  28. AnonymousMay 31, 2011 at 9:19 AM

    I don't know this classics series but I could imagine you'd get very addicted to them!

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  29. AlyceMay 31, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    Those do have lovely covers! I really need to cut out some time and set it aside for reading older books.

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  30. ChrisbookaramaMay 31, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    I love NYRB classics! I have The Mountain Lion, I just haven't got to reading it yet.

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  31. IlianaMay 31, 2011 at 2:11 PM

    I love those NYRB Classic books too. My collection is tiny but growing. They look so nice and the few I've read have been super interesting. Hope you'll enjoy these!

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  32. AthiraMay 31, 2011 at 2:47 PM

    This is a great mailbox! The NYRB books are truly great. I need to read more of them.

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  33. DCMetroreaderMay 31, 2011 at 8:26 PM

    I have loved every Meg Wolizter novel I have read, so I am curious about your thoughts of The Uncoupling (which I have not read -- yet).

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