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books: Porthsmouth Book Club June Meetup - Pride and Prejudice and Zombies - 05/12/10 01:25 AM
Tonight we discussed, "Book of Vice" by Peter Sagal and we expected a small turnout not because of the material but because of the number of RSVPs.  However, it turned out to be a very large group for this particular group discussion which I was not prepared for!  We had to bring out extra tables for all of the new people.  I couldn't have anticipated a better evening.
Many of us enjoyed Mr. Sagal's satryical point of views on naughty vices, but his words fell short on ears that had not before heard his tones and voice.  I love Peter on his NPR … (0 comments)

books: The Portsmouth Book Club - December Pick - 11/17/09 01:33 PM

Our December pick for the Portsmouth Book Club is The Book Thief by Markus Zusak. Here is a brief synopsis from Barnes and Noble of The Book Thief: It’s just a small story really, about among other things: a girl, some words, an accordionist, some fanatical Germans, a Jewish fist-fighter, and quite a lot of thievery. . . . Set during World War II in Germany, Markus Zusak’s groundbreaking new novel is the story of Liesel Meminger, a foster girl living outside of Munich. Liesel scratches out a meager existence for herself by stealing when she encounters something she can’t … (2 comments)

books: The Portsmouth Book Club February Meeting - 01/31/09 11:10 AM
I believe I forgot to post our January meeting on Active Rain.  This month we read The Poisonwood Bible and enjoyed a lively discussion of the famous novel at our usual place of libations and stimulating conversation, The Coat Of Arms in downtown Portsmouth.
My Portsmouth Book Club has hit the 100 member mark!  As I am writing this, we now have 107 members!  It is a milestone!
Next month we will be discussing The Pillars of the Earth, by Ken Follett which is a book in my all time top five favorite books.  However, the group chose the book, I … (1 comments)

books: The Portsmouth Book Club - On The Road - 12/08/08 08:29 PM
Tomorrow, Tuesday, December 9th, we will be holding the Portsmouth Book Club once again at The Coat of Arms in downtown Portsmouth at 7pm.  We will be discussing On The Road by Jack Kerouac.
Anyone is welcome to attend.  You do not have to sign up, there is always room for plenty.  You can join the group and receive regular updates on the Portsmouth Book Club home page.
This time we are also holding a Yankee Swap with books!  Bring a used copy of your FAVORITE book, a book you love to share.  Wrap it up and throw it in the … (4 comments)

 

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