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oh goodness

never read a book written this way; truly something special here.

holy shit

assignment for Slow Reading Dostoyevsky class

assignment #1 for my american literature class (1980-current)

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scared…

woah

Irving has such a knack for writing the family; every dynamic is so complex, every chapter has a punchline and recall to earlier moments; it’s all so complicated but easy to see. Many times I’ve found myself wishing I was also part of a large family, until the Schlagobers & Blood chapter, which convinced me I am okay being an only child—that I’m okay not being a Berry.

this book is so very strange in some of the most enjoyable possible ways. i am not looking forward to finishing it, but i am looking forward to reading more John Irving

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nooooooooooo

this is seriously sweet and nostalgic; the way Irving depicts the complexities of family while keeping it funny and entertaining is impressive. Every chapter is so well-constructed and planned; he is so very clever. this book is completely serious, while remaining unapologetically unserious and humorous.

is this the most fun, sweet, nostalgic, and funny book of all time?

noooo

guys i got a new copy, don’t worry. my dog slowed me down but i start again tmr

guys my anxious dog ate my book; i may start a short one until i can buy another copy