Flatland: A Romance of Many Dimensions by Edwin A. Abbott is simultaneously a brilliant explanation of dimensions and a satirical look at social hierarchy. I first heard of Flatland on an episode of The Big Bang Theory and it stuck with me as a very interesting concept to have a story set in a two-dimensional world. Then, when I was digging into public domain books about a year … [Read more...] about Flatland: A Romance of Many Dimensions by Edwin A. Abbott
Ready Player One: Quill Quotes Book Club
Welcome to the eighth edition of Quill Quotes Book Club! Ready Player One by Ernest Cline won the book selection vote out of our top picks from near-winners in this year's previous votes. Keep reading for all the details on the book, where to get it, and our reading schedule! This page will be updated with links to each discussion so keep it handy as a reference. We … [Read more...] about Ready Player One: Quill Quotes Book Club
Book Club Vote #8
Voting is closed. Results Ready Player One by Ernest Cline is the winner! We can’t wait for our first discussion on Saturday, December 12th, 2020! Check out the details and full reading schedule here. Welcome to our next book selection vote! The winner will be our book club read for December! If you’ve been reading with us, we hope you enjoyed Dracul by … [Read more...] about Book Club Vote #8
Childhood’s End by Arthur C. Clarke
I had to wait a few weeks to get Childhood's End by Arthur C. Clarke from the library. It was a good read but I'm glad I didn't buy it. I typically love Clarke's work but only found this one so-so. I think it was his departure from hard science to include the paranormal that wasn't for me. Meanwhile, many consider it his best novel so it's worth a look! Book … [Read more...] about Childhood’s End by Arthur C. Clarke
Imperial Earth by Arthur C. Clarke
I really enjoyed reading Imperial Earth by Arthur C. Clarke! It's not as grandiose as many of his other works, taking place solely in our solar system in the not too distant future, but has a unique charm. I can't quite place what's different about this one but think it has to do with there being less of a lesson to take away and just a generally enjoyable story! Book … [Read more...] about Imperial Earth by Arthur C. Clarke