I love small books.
Posted by Brian July 22, 2005
Have you seen the series of books published by Barnes and Noble in their “Collector’s Library“?
I love this series! First of all, they’re cheap ($6). Second, they are all “classics” which everybody should read, anyway. Right now, I’m reading A Tale Of Two Cities by Charles Dickens. Third, they are hardback, clothbound editions, not cheapo paperback.
But what I really love about these books: They’re tiny! Even the fattest of them easily fit in your hand.
I’ve always loved small books. In college, I always carried around a tiny little Greek lexicon that I got from my Dad instead of the huge “Bauer” lexicon we were supposed to lug around and use. I loved how it fit so nicely with my Greek NT. I continue to use it, even though it long ago started to fall apart.
Another great thing about these B&N editions: they have a ribbon bookmark. I love that!
Perhaps I gushed too much in this post. I said I loved something 6 times. Perhaps that’s overdoing things.
:) but I love that….
Those books do sound appealing. Perhaps I will check them out.
Excellent, Joan.
B&N usually has stacks and stacks of them near the checkout lines. In LR, anyway.
You love small cars too.
True, true.
I haven’t read it yet, but I’ve heard _On Bullshit_ is nice little book.
P.S. Glad I found YOUR blog.
Uh, thanks, Brent. Are you recommending a book, or giving your opinion of my blog?
I thought that might be misinterpreted. OF COURSE, I’m recommending a book. Jen and I have enjoyed your site. Maybe we’ll be able to come enjoy your new roof if we ever drive back down that way. Haven’t driven through Arkansas in a long time, since flying to see family is much easier from up here in NJ.
Yes, you’re definitely welcome under my new roof if you’re in the area.