Today, The Harold B. Pricklepants Society finished up Jane Eyre. WHAT A GREAT READ!!!! I'm so sad to see it end.
I first discovered this book at about age 10. During one of our many moves, a box of books mistakenly landed in my room. Like a treasure hunter unearthing a decrepit chest, I lifted the dusty lid and found a true gem: Jane. Since that initial meeting, I have read and re-read this book throughout many different "seasons" of life. I never tire of the tale!
As for filmed adaptations, I choose the Timothy Dalton version despite the "handsomeness" factor (which Rochester sorely lacks and Dalton overflows). I can use my imagination when an "ugly" reference enters the dialog. ;)
The HBP Society will be taking a little break (for vacation -- HOORAY!). In three weeks time (on 2/12) we will be reconvening to discuss The Last of the Really Great Whangdoodles by Julie (Andrews) Edwards -- yes, Mary Poppins. Rachel loves this book and enthusiastically lobbied for it! I have a copy to tuck into my carry-on baggage. I love to read away the time on a long flight.
So, until then . . . Happy Reading! :D
I first discovered this book at about age 10. During one of our many moves, a box of books mistakenly landed in my room. Like a treasure hunter unearthing a decrepit chest, I lifted the dusty lid and found a true gem: Jane. Since that initial meeting, I have read and re-read this book throughout many different "seasons" of life. I never tire of the tale!
As for filmed adaptations, I choose the Timothy Dalton version despite the "handsomeness" factor (which Rochester sorely lacks and Dalton overflows). I can use my imagination when an "ugly" reference enters the dialog. ;)
The HBP Society will be taking a little break (for vacation -- HOORAY!). In three weeks time (on 2/12) we will be reconvening to discuss The Last of the Really Great Whangdoodles by Julie (Andrews) Edwards -- yes, Mary Poppins. Rachel loves this book and enthusiastically lobbied for it! I have a copy to tuck into my carry-on baggage. I love to read away the time on a long flight.
So, until then . . . Happy Reading! :D
