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Nightstand Reader
A collection of the very best in classic and contemporary writings, mixing short stories, poetry, inspiring speeches and quotes, and humorous insights on the fine - but far from lost - art of reading. Charles Dickens, Elizabeth Barrett Browning, Robert Frost, Louisa May Alcott, Winston Churchill, Jack London, Edgar Allen Poe, William Shakespeare, the Holy Bible, and many other sources are used to create this truly unique and enjoyable selection of nighttime reading. Bound in an exquisite bonded leather case, with a whimsical full color illustration tipped on the cover. Four raised hubs on the spine, classic rough-cut edges, generous gold stamping, and a silky ribbon marker complete the impressive packaging. Perfect as a gift or self-purchase for anyone who loves to indulge themselves with a few moments of great reading before retiring for the night. But each book is also ideal for the home decorator who wants to add a touch of class to a nightstand in their bedroom, a child's bedroom, or the guest room.
- GenresFiction
384 pages, Hardcover
First published January 1, 2003
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January 31, 2014
This book is a great read, and one that is very extraordinary. The author, Mark Gilroy does a great job of compiling so many different classic pieces of writing together in one book to end up with an inspiring piece of literature. A lot of the writing is very engaging and special that it is similar to a piece of art; it really has the capability to draw in the author and spark emotion. It is a great variety, with some of the great poems, stories and other writing from many classic and less recognized writers.
One of the things that I liked a lot about the book was the fact that there was such a wide variety of writing all in one book and that each piece of writing was unique and great in its own way.
The only thing that I wish was different and that I did not like so much was that fact that there was only a limited amount of pieces per author. I wish that there would have been more of some specific authors that were exceptionally good, but that would be the only thing that I did not like.
Overall, I really enjoyed this book. It is an easy and engaging read and I would highly suggest it.
One of the things that I liked a lot about the book was the fact that there was such a wide variety of writing all in one book and that each piece of writing was unique and great in its own way.
The only thing that I wish was different and that I did not like so much was that fact that there was only a limited amount of pieces per author. I wish that there would have been more of some specific authors that were exceptionally good, but that would be the only thing that I did not like.
Overall, I really enjoyed this book. It is an easy and engaging read and I would highly suggest it.
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