I often marvel at how I got through school without reading several of the classics that were on our required reading list. Such titles as "To Kill a Mockingbird", "Grapes of Wrath" and "The Odyssey" come to mind. So, I've decided that it's time I read them. I actually joined a book club that sends me a new classic every month. They are collectibles, so they are very exquisitely printed and bound. I've received about 6 and of course, they've been sitting on my shelves for months collecting dust, while I was busy dancing my tootsies off.
I'm taking a hiatus from dancing, so I've decided that to keep me from turning into a couch potato, I'd dust off these classics and jump in. I read "The Strange Tale of Dr. Jekyl and Mr. Hyde" last week. It's a short novel, less than 130 pages, but it took me a few days to read it because I'm not used to the Old English style it's written in. It's definitely a strange tale, but very interesting. Now, I'm on to "Moby Dick" or "The Whale". Interesting how it has 2 titles, but that's how it's printed on the cover. I thought that I was going to have some trouble with it, but once I got past the first 20 pages, I'm having trouble putting it down at night. I'm fascinated with the story of Ishmael and his budding relationship with Quequeg (a name I'm familiar with only because of the X-Files...you avid fans out there will know what I'm talking about).
I can't wait to get to my next reading...they've just started their journey...and I, mine!
2 comments:
I do this often - start reading the classics. I sprinkle them with my other reading. I go from "heavy thinker" classics, to "fluff" reading. I have re-visited classics such as "To Kill a Mockingbird" and "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" recently, and am in the process of "Anna Karenina". An interesting read that is translated into English. It's a novel for any time period due its relationships of the people. I salute and applaud your efforts! And of course, since my mother was an avid reader, support your local library! Where you can read for free!
I did the same thing. During my college years I only read a few classics as required by my instructors. I enjoyed them so much that I try to read a classic lit every other book. I love it!
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