Book Reviews, two of 'em
A Sweet Death
by Claude Tardat, translated by Erin K. Wilson
At once beautiful and horrifying, strangely erotic and utterly repellent, A Sweet Death tells the story of a young woman’s quest to eat herself to death. Filled with succulent descriptions of tarts, cremes, caramels, and cakes their deliciousness is tempered with despair as the quantities in which they are consumed lead, inexorably, to a truly narcissistic suicide.
Beautifully and hauntingly translated by Erin Wilson, this book will stay with you long after you read the final page.
An Object of Beauty
by Steve Martin
I have a hard time disassociating Steve Martin ‘The Author’ from his Hollywood career. I mean, how can “The Jerk” and one of two “Wild and Crazy Guys” possibly write anything worth reading? But for all the poo-pooing I’ve done of Steve Martin’s books when they first come out the fact is he’s a damn fine writer. Here he gives us a glimpse into the fast-paced art world of mid-90’s New York. Lacey Yeager is rising fast through the ranks of auction houses and art galleries relying on her charm, good looks, and keen eye. The best part about this book? The colour reproductions of the real works of art Lacey looks at so you can see the details she sees, further immersing you in her world.
by Claude Tardat, translated by Erin K. Wilson
At once beautiful and horrifying, strangely erotic and utterly repellent, A Sweet Death tells the story of a young woman’s quest to eat herself to death. Filled with succulent descriptions of tarts, cremes, caramels, and cakes their deliciousness is tempered with despair as the quantities in which they are consumed lead, inexorably, to a truly narcissistic suicide.
Beautifully and hauntingly translated by Erin Wilson, this book will stay with you long after you read the final page.
An Object of Beauty
by Steve Martin
I have a hard time disassociating Steve Martin ‘The Author’ from his Hollywood career. I mean, how can “The Jerk” and one of two “Wild and Crazy Guys” possibly write anything worth reading? But for all the poo-pooing I’ve done of Steve Martin’s books when they first come out the fact is he’s a damn fine writer. Here he gives us a glimpse into the fast-paced art world of mid-90’s New York. Lacey Yeager is rising fast through the ranks of auction houses and art galleries relying on her charm, good looks, and keen eye. The best part about this book? The colour reproductions of the real works of art Lacey looks at so you can see the details she sees, further immersing you in her world.