Brokeback Mountain
Registered by roelina of Grandchester, Queensland Australia on 4/16/2005
This Book is Currently in the Wild!
This Book is Currently in the Wild!
8 journalers for this copy...
Short stories.Wonderful prose.
Picked up from Brisbane meet up 17/04/05.
This was not at all what I was expecting, but interesting nonetheless. "Brokeback Mountain' vividly evoked a whole new harsh terrain. It is the story of the relationship between two cowboys, spanning decades of marriages, affairs, and kids; keeping up appearances and never needing to say to each other how they feel. There's a brutality and a bitterness in the world Jack and Ennis live in, but there are touching moments in this story.
Reserved for Cathyinoz. Will PM her for snail mail address.
Thank you, Madam Muck for sending this.
I love Annie Proulx and had not read this one yet. A lovely slim volume perfect for my handbag then I think it will come to Canada with me to be passed on to my best friend.
www.annieproulx.com/
I love Annie Proulx and had not read this one yet. A lovely slim volume perfect for my handbag then I think it will come to Canada with me to be passed on to my best friend.
www.annieproulx.com/
I knew that would happen. I couldn't wait to finish the other book I"m reading before reading this one. It is really a novella so was finished yesterday and I'm still thinking about it.
Without a doubt Annie Proulx is the strongest writer I've ever read.
This book reaffirms that for me.
I wonder if a man could have written this any truer. These two cowboys are within such a strong relationship yet so completely detach themselves from the idea that it is homosexual. She finished the book with a sentence I think everyone needs to accept in their lives at some point...
"There was some open space between what he knew and what he tried to believe, but nothing could be done about it, and if you can't fix it you've got to stand it."
Phew! What a read. Many thanks MadamMuck for sending this book out there.
Without a doubt Annie Proulx is the strongest writer I've ever read.
This book reaffirms that for me.
I wonder if a man could have written this any truer. These two cowboys are within such a strong relationship yet so completely detach themselves from the idea that it is homosexual. She finished the book with a sentence I think everyone needs to accept in their lives at some point...
"There was some open space between what he knew and what he tried to believe, but nothing could be done about it, and if you can't fix it you've got to stand it."
Phew! What a read. Many thanks MadamMuck for sending this book out there.
I thought I would offer this as a bookring before the movie comes to Australia. there has been much controversy in America over the fact that two hetrosexual actors played the parts and what this movie may do for their careers. I'd love to hear what others thoughts are on this story.
Bookring participants (closed now, sorry):
hunnyb (NSW)
cosmic-gin (NSW)
deense (NSW)
Melanie2474 (ACT)
c-a-m (NSW)
back to cathyinoz<--- here
Please make sure you pass this on within 4 weeks. I really need it back by late July for a writing class I'm in. Many thanks and hope you enjoy it.
Bookring participants (closed now, sorry):
hunnyb (NSW)
cosmic-gin (NSW)
deense (NSW)
Melanie2474 (ACT)
c-a-m (NSW)
back to cathyinoz<--- here
Please make sure you pass this on within 4 weeks. I really need it back by late July for a writing class I'm in. Many thanks and hope you enjoy it.
Received today - thank you! Have heard so many good things about this so will get into it right away :)
Wow! A tiny book with a big impact. Explores the divide between what you think you want, what you really want and what you think you have. Really evocative, haunting writing.
Sending to cosmic-gin as soon as I receive the address. Thanks for sharing this, MadamMuck!
Sending to cosmic-gin as soon as I receive the address. Thanks for sharing this, MadamMuck!
Journal Entry 11 by cosmic-gin from Wagga Wagga, New South Wales Australia on Friday, January 6, 2006
Received today from hunnyb, quick delivery hey?! Was surprised at how thin the book is (58 pages) so it will definitely be a quick read! Looking forward to it :)
Journal Entry 12 by cosmic-gin from Wagga Wagga, New South Wales Australia on Friday, January 6, 2006
Definitely different to what I was expecting - but clever all the same. First time I've read something so compact, direct and in your face, without all the of in-depth scenery descriptions that go on an on .. ha! I liked it! Since the book is only 58 pages in length it did feel a bit rushed, so I don't think the characters where explored or understood completely. But it does leave powerful lessons about facades, time, regret, guilt and love! And most importantly, we only have one life to live – so we must be true to ourselves. Otherwise you end up living someone else’s life (a false life) and will never be happy or content. A small book that packs a big punch. Can't wait to see the movie now!
~ Sent to deense today ~
~ Sent to deense today ~
Journal Entry 13 by deense from Marrickville, New South Wales Australia on Tuesday, January 17, 2006
This was just amazing! I unfortunately think the Post Office is sitting on my packages, sigh, but this book arrived last night, and I'm finished all ready! Will PM next person on list!
Released 18 yrs ago (1/18/2006 UTC) at
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Sent to the next bookcrosser on the list!
Sent to the next bookcrosser on the list!
Journal Entry 15 by Melanie2474 from Narrabundah, Australian Capital Territory Australia on Monday, January 23, 2006
A nice little one that I will try to get through this week - just finished another book this morning so well timed getting this to me now :)
Edited for comments: Well this tiny little book certainly packed a lot of punch in. Read this last night between TV viewing and thoroughly enjoyed it - very emotional. With all the hype around the film I'd been put off going to see it but now I think I will, if only to see how they extend the story into a full-length feature :D With Ang Lee as director I'm sure it's turned out well.
Will get this in the mail to c-a-m on Monday - I'm hoping you enjoy it as much as I did.
Edited for comments: Well this tiny little book certainly packed a lot of punch in. Read this last night between TV viewing and thoroughly enjoyed it - very emotional. With all the hype around the film I'd been put off going to see it but now I think I will, if only to see how they extend the story into a full-length feature :D With Ang Lee as director I'm sure it's turned out well.
Will get this in the mail to c-a-m on Monday - I'm hoping you enjoy it as much as I did.
Rec'd today from Melanie2474. thankyou.
Sending to cathyinoz friday 10.1, which is postage day :).
This is a really good book, although very short!! I like my books a bit bigger..and like some other people have mentioned, its a bit rushed.
This is a really good book, although very short!! I like my books a bit bigger..and like some other people have mentioned, its a bit rushed.
Sent off 2 days early. :)
take care
take care
Arrived back today safe and sound. Many thanks to all for participating in this very fast bookring!
Passed on to someone in writing group.
Passed back to me about a week later.
Passed on to someone in writing group.
Passed back to me about a week later.
Journal Entry 20 by rem_BBS-540553 at Winchelsea Village Bakehouse in Winchelsea, Victoria Australia on Sunday, June 8, 2008
Released 15 yrs ago (6/6/2008 UTC) at Winchelsea Village Bakehouse in Winchelsea, Victoria Australia
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left on the little stand with the magazines and tourist information
left on the little stand with the magazines and tourist information
