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John Peden

johnmahlon@bookrastinating.com

Joined 3 years, 4 months ago

I like reading Harry Potter and Haruki Murakami, and other books that find their way onto my list.

I also enjoy theology books!

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C. S. Lewis: The C. S. Lewis Signature Classics: An Anthology of 8 C. S. Lewis Titles: Mere Christianity, The Screwtape Letters, Miracles, The Great Divorce, The ... The Abolition of Man, and The Four Loves (2017)

Mere Christianity is a 1952 theological book by C. S. Lewis, adapted from a series …

Review of 'The C. S. Lewis Signature Classics: An Anthology of 8 C. S. Lewis Titles: Mere Christianity, The Screwtape Letters, Miracles, The Great Divorce, The ... The Abolition of Man, and The Four Loves' on 'Goodreads'

This book has been critical in helping me understand Christianity. There are some aspects towards the end I disagree with, but generally, this book is fantastic in understanding what it means to be a Christian.

J.K. Rowling: Harry Potter à l'école des Sorciers (French language)

Le jour de ses onze ans, Harry Potter, un orphelin élevé par un oncle et …

Review of "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone" on 'Goodreads'

Of course, this is a children's book, but it is something I grew up with. I had read this once before, but don't really remember it. Having read it after seeing the movie a billion times, I have found an even greater appreciation for Harry Potter. I found I was able to make better connections in reading vs watching the movie. The nuances of the plot stuck out more to me.

reviewed The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood (The Handmaid's Tale, #1)

Margaret Atwood: The Handmaid's Tale (Hardcover, 1986, Houghton Mifflin Company)

The Handmaid's Tale is not only a radical and brilliant departure for Margaret Atwood, it …

Review of "The Handmaid's Tale" on 'Goodreads'

Handmaid's Tale is something I think we all should read and ponder, but I found it a bit boring at times. At one point, I almost didn't pick it back up, but I did end up finishing it.

I will say, I enjoyed the ending and explanation that takes place in the future.