Name & author: Spiritual Direction, Henri Nouwen Why are you reading this book? I’ll read just about anything by Henri Nouwen. He was a theologian, professor, and counselor, and he’s one of those writers whose words speak straight to my soul. His style is simple but articulate and easily speaks into both emotional and rational aspects… Read More Book Review: Spiritual Direction
Name & author: Julie & Julia, Julie Powell Why are you reading this book? I saw the movie several years ago and enjoyed it, as I tend to do with almost any Meryl Streep movie. I love reading books that movies are based on, but I always prefer to read them after I see the movie (we’ll save a… Read More Book review: Julie & Julia
Name & author: More than Enchanting, by Jo Saxton Why are you reading this book? I got it from InterVarsity Press – every semester, they send staff a couple books they recommend. More than Enchanting is about being a woman, being a leader, and being a Christian. What’s the first line of the first chapter? Do you… Read More Book Review: More than Enchanting
After reading a former housemate’s blog where she regularly does reviews of what she reads, I decided to take a leaf out of her book, so to speak. Standard questions she answers for each entry. You can find her blog here, at wwcutie.wordpress.com. Why are you reading this book? It’s the favorite book of at least… Read More Book review: The Count of Monte Cristo