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Best, Most Important thought & writing ever...

Revisado: 08-12-24

Introduction of current Concepts and ideas - written and narrated by one of the most intelligent people of whom I'm aware. Such Vslue! I will return to it repeatedly.

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Fabulous Characterization

Revisado: 12-14-23

A painful and effective portrayal of life and society in Appalachian Poverty, as an Orphan - after the main character's barely grown Mother overdoses and dies. Compelling and real story of the many overwhelming circumstances and situations that both deny and support Demon, and others who struggle on this path.

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Excellent Book

Revisado: 05-12-22

Great Book on Moral Reasoning; Impeccable Author. Social Psychology, in such times as 2022 is most helpful to understand what underpins societal polarization in our world today.

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The Message is Undeniable

Revisado: 01-29-22

What does it take to inspire action on behalf of our planet's/our own a) quality of life, and b) survival?? This point of view may not be easy to accomplish, but is simple to understand, within our grasp, and as clear as a bell.

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A Classic

Revisado: 08-21-21

I listened to the book twice, in order to truly 'get it, and discussed it with my meditation group members and leader.. I plan to purchase the hard copy to present as gifts to those who would truly value and benefit from reading it.
Namaste.

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Superb

Revisado: 07-08-21

I read reviews very purposefully as I was completely unfamiliar with this author, Maria Popova, and knew nothing about the book. I selected it as each review described the subject with accolades and I was very interested in the arts, the early science of Kepler, the Philosophy and interactions of the Transcendentalists, the poet Emily Dickenson, and to know more about Rachel Carson. It exceeded all of my wishes and curiosities. It is a book of which I must have the hard copy - which is a rare in these times.

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Superb

Revisado: 05-05-21

Stunning - both subject matter, form and style. Nature, the Climate, the joys and perils we face - all current issues to think about are documented poetically in this writing.
Kingsolver's own reading is our gift. I plan to purchase this hard copy as gifts for others who care - some who will act - and, for those who remain indfferent.

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Somewhat disappointed

Revisado: 04-30-21

After reading the lengthy tome, 9th Street Women (which is a fabulous, timely and well-worthy read!) I found 'Fierce Poise' repetitive of the Helen Frankenthaler story with which I was already familiar. While her decade of the 50's was a seminal beginning for her talent and background to be able to explore, I expected more insight regarding the development and interactions behind Frankenthaler's skill.
I consider it peculiar that the author, who apparently chose not to meet or interview her, did not do so - even while his family was associated with her own original family.
In addition, due to this, I found it even more unusual, and inappropriate, that in his Intro, the author decided to call this famed painter by her first name.
While the reader, Allison Fraser is excellent in other works to which I've listened, her tone and attitude taken when quoting/acting the role of Frankenthaler in the book, is cloyingly affected. Fingers scraping a blackboard for me.
However, Frankenthaler remains one of my very favorite painters - and I was exposed to the details of many titled works.

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Fantastic!

Revisado: 11-24-20

Most valuable to those interrsted in women who are ahead of their tine, and those. who wish to learn more about painting, and how one's experience through time can influence subject matter, theme and style.

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Great Writer, Great Story, Great Characters!

Revisado: 07-17-19

Simply put - a 'must read'. very wortwhile. i believe the Narrator is the same woman who read 'BearTown' - a perfect voice and artist for this series. Although background on the story helps to enrich the existing characters, the development of each caracter is well-accomplished. For me - the introduction of the new characters was a bit slow, but the story then moves forward at wuite a clip. Loved it, and sorry to have it end. I do see room for more of BearTown and H(y)ET.

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