The same rules about putting these on your blog as linking to this blog. If your blog speaks against GOD, Jesus, the Bible, has indecent content, and/ or has bad language, please do not put the blog button on your blog or site.
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
The Books Of Old Reading Challenge: Post Three
Here are three blog buttons for The Books Of Old Reading Challenge:
The same rules about putting these on your blog as linking to this blog. If your blog speaks against GOD, Jesus, the Bible, has indecent content, and/ or has bad language, please do not put the blog button on your blog or site.
The same rules about putting these on your blog as linking to this blog. If your blog speaks against GOD, Jesus, the Bible, has indecent content, and/ or has bad language, please do not put the blog button on your blog or site.
Monday, December 27, 2010
Books Of Old Reading Challenge: Post One
The good LORD willing, 2011 is almost here. Therefore, the Ladies Library is hosting it's first reading challenge!
The Books Of Old Reading Challenge
What is this? The good LORD willing, this challenge is to start on January 1, 2011, and end December 31, 2011.
The challenge is to pick 1 to 5 books written before the year 1950. List the books on your blog, then link up your post to the linky that the good LORD willing, will appear soon.
After you have read the book, you can choose to review it and post it to your blog. Then let us know that you posted the review by commenting the link to the post on the Ladies Library blog. The good LORD willing, the link will be placed on a page at the top if your blog has nothing indecent on it.
Rules
1. Choose one to five books to read
2. List the book or books you plan to read on your blog
3. Link to the exact post of the list on your blog on the linky
4. You must be a lady, young or old, to do this.
If your blog has anything indecent on it, bad language, or speaks against GOD, Jesus, or the Bible, please do not link to The Ladies Library. This is to prevent readers from seeing or reading something they may not want to see.
Please join me in The Books Of Old Reading Challenge.
The Books Of Old Reading Challenge
What is this? The good LORD willing, this challenge is to start on January 1, 2011, and end December 31, 2011.
The challenge is to pick 1 to 5 books written before the year 1950. List the books on your blog, then link up your post to the linky that the good LORD willing, will appear soon.
After you have read the book, you can choose to review it and post it to your blog. Then let us know that you posted the review by commenting the link to the post on the Ladies Library blog. The good LORD willing, the link will be placed on a page at the top if your blog has nothing indecent on it.
Rules
1. Choose one to five books to read
2. List the book or books you plan to read on your blog
3. Link to the exact post of the list on your blog on the linky
4. You must be a lady, young or old, to do this.
If your blog has anything indecent on it, bad language, or speaks against GOD, Jesus, or the Bible, please do not link to The Ladies Library. This is to prevent readers from seeing or reading something they may not want to see.
Please join me in The Books Of Old Reading Challenge.
Monday, December 20, 2010
Book Review Of "Heartless" By Anne Elisabeth Stengl
Heartless is a tale of a Princess.
In the land of Parumvir there lived a princess named Una. The princess had a brother named Felix and a father whose name was Fidel, but her mother was dead. She lived near a wood, called Goldstone Wood, and there she and her brother went to play when they were children. Now she is of age to wed. Una, the princess, wants to marry, but who will have her?
Soon she is offered marriage by the Prince of Farthestshore, Prince Aethelbald. From the moment they meet he seems plain, making him not the most noticeable of suitors. This makes it hard for him when other princes, who are more interesting come to take, or attempt to take, her heart.
When Prince Aethebald comes, Una begins to have strange things happen to her. Her nights have strange dreams, and her hands burn. Prince Aethelbald says he can help her, but Una refuses his aid.
Join Una, prince Felix, king Fidel, and her cat named Monster, as they venture through trials, heartache, and love.
Can anyone stop the Dragon king, the one who seeks Una, before it is too late?
My Review: Heartless is one of the nicest fantasy books I have read. Yes, it is long, but once you get to the end, the pages and pages of reading are about worth the time you spent to find out what will happen to Una, her family, Prince Aethelbald, and her cat.
The story is an allegory. Prince Aethebald, I believe, represents Jesus. As he says when Una is called stubborn about her decision of not accepting him, he says something like "I Am Stedfast." No matter what, he loves Una, even when she is unlovable.
I think this would be a nice gift, Christmas or just to give, for teenage girls. It has a storyline where you can just see the love of Jesus for an ugly soul.
The good LORD willing, I look forward to the next book : Veiled Rose, which sadly is not scheduled to release for months.
In the land of Parumvir there lived a princess named Una. The princess had a brother named Felix and a father whose name was Fidel, but her mother was dead. She lived near a wood, called Goldstone Wood, and there she and her brother went to play when they were children. Now she is of age to wed. Una, the princess, wants to marry, but who will have her?
Soon she is offered marriage by the Prince of Farthestshore, Prince Aethelbald. From the moment they meet he seems plain, making him not the most noticeable of suitors. This makes it hard for him when other princes, who are more interesting come to take, or attempt to take, her heart.
When Prince Aethebald comes, Una begins to have strange things happen to her. Her nights have strange dreams, and her hands burn. Prince Aethelbald says he can help her, but Una refuses his aid.
Join Una, prince Felix, king Fidel, and her cat named Monster, as they venture through trials, heartache, and love.
Can anyone stop the Dragon king, the one who seeks Una, before it is too late?
My Review: Heartless is one of the nicest fantasy books I have read. Yes, it is long, but once you get to the end, the pages and pages of reading are about worth the time you spent to find out what will happen to Una, her family, Prince Aethelbald, and her cat.
The story is an allegory. Prince Aethebald, I believe, represents Jesus. As he says when Una is called stubborn about her decision of not accepting him, he says something like "I Am Stedfast." No matter what, he loves Una, even when she is unlovable.
I think this would be a nice gift, Christmas or just to give, for teenage girls. It has a storyline where you can just see the love of Jesus for an ugly soul.
The good LORD willing, I look forward to the next book : Veiled Rose, which sadly is not scheduled to release for months.
Friday, December 17, 2010
Movie Review- Mr. Smith Goes to Washington
Hello, readers. I am sorry that this review comes a little late. Instead of a book this time, I have decided to do a review of one of my favorite movies: Mr. Smith Goes to Washington.
Just get up off the ground, that's all I ask. Get up there with that lady that's up on top of this Capitol dome, that lady that stands for liberty. Take a look at this country through her eyes if you really want to see something. And you won't just see scenery; you'll see the whole parade of what Man's carved out for himself, after centuries of fighting. Fighting for something better than just jungle law, fighting so's he can stand on his own two feet, free and decent, like he was created, no matter what his race, color, or creed. That's what you'd see. There's no place out there for graft, or greed, or lies, or compromise with human liberties. And if that's what the grownups have done with this world that was given to them, then we'd better get those boys' camps started fast and see what the kids can do! And it's not too late, because this country is bigger than the Taylors, or you, or me, or anything else. Great principles don't get lost once they come to light. They're right here; you just have to see them again!
You think I'm licked. You all think I'm licked. Well, I'm not licked. And I'm going to stay right here and fight for this lost cause. Even if the room gets filled with lies like these, and the Taylors and all their armies come marching into this place. Somebody will listen to me.
Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Picture in 1939, this is a masterpiece of movie history. It rings true with a patriotic message that is much needed in these times: a message of integrity, honesty, and I quote, "plain, ordinary, everyday kindness and a little looking out for the other fella, too".
Jimmy Stewart really outdoes himself in my opinion in this picture. He is so sincere and homely, unlike many other "tough guy" actors of his time. He throws himself into the role of Jefferson Smith so that you are captivated by him. His honesty and youthful charm is in direct contrast with Claude Rains's character, Joseph Paine, a puppet controlled by the crooked Jim Taylor, who will stop at nothing to pass a bill that will bring himself profit.
Senator Smith is the only senator who is willing to take a stand for what is right and must try to crush Taylor's political machine singlehandedly. But Jim Taylor frames Smith for his own offense, passing a bill that will bring himself money. Smith is about to be expelled from the Senate when he launches a filibuster, trying to buy time to rally support for himself and expose Taylor's treachery and lies.
Just get up off the ground, that's all I ask. Get up there with that lady that's up on top of this Capitol dome, that lady that stands for liberty. Take a look at this country through her eyes if you really want to see something. And you won't just see scenery; you'll see the whole parade of what Man's carved out for himself, after centuries of fighting. Fighting for something better than just jungle law, fighting so's he can stand on his own two feet, free and decent, like he was created, no matter what his race, color, or creed. That's what you'd see. There's no place out there for graft, or greed, or lies, or compromise with human liberties. And if that's what the grownups have done with this world that was given to them, then we'd better get those boys' camps started fast and see what the kids can do! And it's not too late, because this country is bigger than the Taylors, or you, or me, or anything else. Great principles don't get lost once they come to light. They're right here; you just have to see them again!
This is an amazing film with good, Biblical morals, superb acting, and a beautifully patriotic theme: things that are becoming rarer and rarer in pictures all the time. Mr. Smith Goes to Washington is a monument of movie history, and I don't think there will ever be another of its kind and volume.
You think I'm licked. You all think I'm licked. Well, I'm not licked. And I'm going to stay right here and fight for this lost cause. Even if the room gets filled with lies like these, and the Taylors and all their armies come marching into this place. Somebody will listen to me.
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Book Review of The Unfinished Gift by Dan Walsh
I really enjoyed reading this book! It's a Christmastime story that takes place during World War II.
Recommended for adults, but teenagers/youth would certainly enjoy it as well. I think it would even be great for a read-aloud to younger siblings... after all, the main character in the book is just a little boy. He just has a big dramatic story.
Little 7-year-old Patrick only has 2 Christmas wishes. He hopes his dad comes home soon from the war. And he wants that hand-carved wooden soldier that he found one day in his grandfather's dusty attic. He's sure his grandfather doesn't want to keep it, but why won't he let Patrick have it?
Patrick has had a lot to happen to him recently. His mother just passed away. He was sent to live with his grandfather whom he has barely seen before. His grandfather, Ian, is a grouchy old man, and only took his grandson because it was a duty. As soon as Patrick's father arrives home from the war, then the boy will be off his hands anyhow. It won't be much longer will it?
Living in the dreary days in his grandfather's house, Patrick finds 2 people whom he likes. One is Mrs. Townsend, the government lady who checks on him from time to time. Also, there's Mrs. Fortini his Italian next-door neighbor. She sure knows how to get Patrick's grandfather moving.
This is the story of grudges, forgiveness, pain, and loving your family. A captivating tale, and well-written too. I'm excited to continue this family's story in the sequel, "The Homecoming."
Merry Christmas!! Enjoy your holiday reading!
Monday, December 13, 2010
Movie Review Of "The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader"
The movie is about three children, Lucy Pevensie, her brother Edmund Pevensie, and their cousin Eustace Clarence Scrubb, and their journey in the magical world of Narnia. The three are transported to Narnia, and soon embark on a journey with King Caspian, the king of Narnia, to find seven missing lords that had been gone for a long time. Join them as they set sail on the Dawn Treader on a journey you may not want to miss.
My Review: I have been waiting for this film to come out for at least over a year. It was a nice movie, and I only had a few things that are objectionable in it. One is that Eustace sounded as if he once took the LORD's name in vain, though I am not sure about this. Another character may have also, but he may have been referring to Caspian. I also thought Edmund's attitude toward his uncle disrespectful at the beginning of the film.
If you are looking for a film full of emotion, humor, and action, this is would be a nice movie to see.
(Note: this is a review for the movie, not for comparing it to the book)
Friday, December 10, 2010
Book Review of Persuasion by Jane Austen
In the start of the book Anne Elliot, the daughter of a regency-era baronet is twenty-seven. Her mother is dead, and her father is vain and self-important. Her sister had been managing the household but never considers Anne's wishes as of any importance. Her father is heavily in debt, so they decide to have their house rented and move to the English city of Bath. Anne stays behind with her married sister, 'because Anne will be of no use in Bath.'
It happens to be that the brother-in-law of the man renting the Elliots' property Anne had been engaged to eight years before. Frederick Wentworth was a sailor, and while vistiting near the Elliots had fallen in love with Anne. Anne loved him also and they were engaged. But Anne's father hardly approved of the match, since Frederick was not rich, and Anne's friend who had been like a mother to her, Lady Russell, persuaded her that it would be only fair to Frederick to break their engagement. Eight years had passed since that time, and time had softened Anne's love and sadness, but then Frederick Wentworth went to visit his sister in the Elliots' old home, and Anne met him again. He had grown wealthier, and Anne could see that all Lady Russell's arguments that it would be best for both of them not to marry each other had been unfounded. She could also see that he had not forgiven her for rejecting him and she watched him court her brother-in-law's sister Louisa Musgrove.
This is Jane Austen's last finished novel and also one of her least known stories. In addition to the romance of Anne and Frederick it has interesting subplots including Anne's father Sir Walter Elliot, her sister, her sister's friend Mrs. Clay, and William Elliot, heir presumtive of the lands and titles of Sir Walter. I would recommend this book for ages twelve and up.
It happens to be that the brother-in-law of the man renting the Elliots' property Anne had been engaged to eight years before. Frederick Wentworth was a sailor, and while vistiting near the Elliots had fallen in love with Anne. Anne loved him also and they were engaged. But Anne's father hardly approved of the match, since Frederick was not rich, and Anne's friend who had been like a mother to her, Lady Russell, persuaded her that it would be only fair to Frederick to break their engagement. Eight years had passed since that time, and time had softened Anne's love and sadness, but then Frederick Wentworth went to visit his sister in the Elliots' old home, and Anne met him again. He had grown wealthier, and Anne could see that all Lady Russell's arguments that it would be best for both of them not to marry each other had been unfounded. She could also see that he had not forgiven her for rejecting him and she watched him court her brother-in-law's sister Louisa Musgrove.
This is Jane Austen's last finished novel and also one of her least known stories. In addition to the romance of Anne and Frederick it has interesting subplots including Anne's father Sir Walter Elliot, her sister, her sister's friend Mrs. Clay, and William Elliot, heir presumtive of the lands and titles of Sir Walter. I would recommend this book for ages twelve and up.
Monday, December 6, 2010
The Ladies Library Christmas Celebration List Of Participants
You can link as much as you want. However, it may be easier, if you use blogger, if you make a special label for your posts for the Ladies Library Christmas Celebration if you have more than one post for it. That way you can link to that one label, and if you have more than one post it will show up without you linking again.
Saturday, December 4, 2010
The Ladies Library Christmas Celebration! (December 6 Through December 25)
Christmas is a lovely time of the year! This year, the first Christmas time for The Ladies Library, I would like to do something where you, the reader and/or reviewer can write reviews for other ladies for Christmas.
How does this work? The dates are December 6 through December 25.
First you can do one or all of the following:
1. One, you can write a review of a book or movie you like and think would make a nice Christmas gift.
2. Write a review about a book or movie that takes place around Christmas or winter that you like.
3. Write a review to warn people about a book or movie you found indecent so others can know about it before giving it as a Christmas gift.
You need to post it on your blog, or if you do not have a blog, you can use another person's blog if you have permission(for example, a mom or dad's blog, a friend's blog). I ask that if your blog, or the person's blog you may use, has things that speak against GOD, bad language, things that are not family friendly, things that are inappropiate, and praises bad things, please do not link to this blog.
The good LORD willing, after you have posted you can then link to it under the linky that will appear on the Ladies Library blog Monday. You can request to have your review published on the Ladies Library also(though The Ladies Library has all rights to not accept a review).
I have made a blog button for it. You can use it to put on your review post/ or posts, and you can put it on a sidebar. If you need a smaller button, please let me know.
Here is the blog button for it:
I hope The Ladies Library Christmas Celebration will be lots of fun for those who participate. Feel free to spread the news about this. Have a lovely day!
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Book Review of Snow Treasure by Marie McSwigan
The scene was Norway, winter of 1940. The Nazis had just invaded and everything had changed. Unknown to the Nazis, the people of Peter and Lovisa's village were hiding nine million dollars worth of gold that had belonged to the Norwegian government. What would they do with it? The Nazis would someday find out and then it would be used to fight against their country. If they could get it to America, then it would be safe, but America was a long way off, and to get the gold onto a boat they had to bring it down many miles to a fiord, right under the eyes of German sentries. It they tried to just pick it up and carry it there they would certainly be caught and the gold confiscated. What should they do? Finally Peter and Lovisa's Uncle Victor had a plan. It was a risky plan, it was a dangerous plan, but it was a plan. Now it was up to Peter, Lovisa and the other children of the village to save their country's gold.
Snow Treasure is based on the story a Norwegian captain told when he arrived in Baltimore with a cargo of gold. Marie McSwigan has done a excellent job making the characters and the story seem alive. I recommend this book to read aloud or alone for all ages.
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