Ashleigh G

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• Rated 5 stars

“This is one of my all time favorite books. I love de Beavoir's approach to teaching philosophy through literature by emotion and situation rather than through an imposing tome (Being and Nothingness, I'm looking at you).

If you've read Being and Nothingness, you'll notice many of the same ideas present in this novel - Sartre actually read the first draft of this novel while on leave before returning to war and embarking on his own book.

And, once you've read the book and learn a little more about Sartre and de Beauvoir's personal lives, the dedication page takes on a darker, more scandalous tone.”

Ashleigh G wrote this review Wednesday, April 8, 2009. ( reply | permalink )

• Rated 5 stars

“I was hesitant to read this, as I am usually a bit of a snob about bestsellers - but it's a popular book for a reason.

The writing is so sophisticated (it has to be to accomodate such a complicated timeline) and elegant. While it was an absolute delight to read the first time, it was definitely the kind of book where you will notice more and gain a better understanding on the second read.

I'm excited - and nervous - to see how the movie turns out!”

Ashleigh G wrote this review Wednesday, April 8, 2009. ( reply | permalink )

• Rated 3 stars

“I picked this book up after reading about it on McSweeney's Recommendation page.

While it kept my attention, it didn't live up to expectations that reading other reviews had created. ”

Ashleigh G wrote this review Wednesday, April 8, 2009. ( reply | permalink )