Comments on: Book by Book, by Michael Dirda

By: Jessica

Jessica — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 16:22:56 +0000

Heather J. – There are very few things I like better than revisiting my old and beloved books.

Melissa Donovan – I think everyone should read books about books AND have guest room libraries.

Natasha – I wish I did too. I actually just barely set up a guest room. There is only room for a few books, so I’ll have to carefully ponder what to put in there.

Kathy – The entire book is quotable. Really.

Carrie K. – I’ve added several of Dirda’s books to the top of my TBR pile.

TheChicGeek – I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.

Care – There are so many new books to read that I sometimes ignore my favorite rereads. But I’m always glad when I go back.

By: Care

Care — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 17:30:43 +0000

I’ve never been much of a a re-reader but this post has me considering going back to some favorites. (and THANK YOU! the book arrived Sat. I hope to start it next.)

By: TheChicGeek

TheChicGeek — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 04:58:15 +0000

Sounds wonderful. Great review :) I’m adding this to the “To Read” pile.

By: Carrie K.

Carrie K. — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 06:09:04 +0000

I’ve had this on my to-read list forever – I need to move it closer to the top.

By: Kathy

Kathy — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 13:51:55 +0000

What great quotes.

By: Natasha @ Maw Books

Natasha @ Maw Books — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 03:10:41 +0000

Sigh . . . I wish I had a guest room library.

By: Melissa Donovan

Melissa Donovan — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 20:54:53 +0000

As someone who writes about writing, I can definitely appreciate a book about books. I love the tip about what kind of book to leave in the guest room!

By: Heather J.

Heather J. — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 18:24:27 +0000

I LOVE that last quote about rereading. Recently I’d begun to question why I should reread *anything* but then I remembered the joy I’ve found in rereading my favorite epic fantasy series, or those classics that I take so much joy from. That quote really sums it all up nicely. When you reread, you can take your time; you *know* what is going to happen so you can enjoy the journey instead of worrying about the destination.

By: Jessica

Jessica — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 17:37:31 +0000

Loren – I love the idea of commonplace books. I’ve recently started my own – in a Moleskine!

Bluestocking – Thank you so much for the award. I’m so honored.

Christina – I loved The Uncommon Reader. Book by Book is very different, but still about the love of books.

ds – Michael Dirda is infinitely quotable.

By: ds

ds — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 16:35:06 +0000

Loved all of the quotes you pulled, especially the one on re-reading–so true. Must go and hunt that book down. Thanks!