|
|
Post by elisabeth on May 2, 2007 6:52:28 GMT -6
I'm too dumb to understand about podcasts, so haven't been able to access the text of this to see if it's any good ... but the chapter synopses sound as if the writer knows his stuff. More technologically-gifted board members might enjoy it. It's a novel entitled "Glorious", by Aram Schefrin. tinyurl.com/yor6qo |
|
|
|
Post by Tricia on May 2, 2007 8:22:30 GMT -6
Elisabeth--
Sounds quite interesting--but I don't think I can ever enjoy the tiny screen of my iPod for anything but music ... that said, I think I'm gonna download to the Apple program on the desktop. But essentially, I'm old-fashioned. I like my books in my hand with paper (sigh) pages I can actually turn and fold down to--gasp--mark my place!
Thanks for finding this--since I've just finished another biography, I've been needing fiction to provide a day's diversion.
|
|
|
|
Post by Banned on May 2, 2007 10:38:58 GMT -6
"It's the story of a small but romantic man longing for past glory, seduced by capitalism, corruption and political ambition.
This is Aram Schefrin's fourth podcast novel, following "Marwan: The Autobiography of a 9/11 Hijacker," "Consider the Elephant: The Life and Death of John Wilkes Booth as told by his brother Edwin," and "The Tenth Cow," the tale of a plot to speed the Messiah's arrival at the risk of nuclear war."
What a joke.
|
|
|
|
Post by elisabeth on May 2, 2007 11:10:01 GMT -6
Not much dafter than most CVs.
If anybody can/does read it, it'd be interesting to have a considered verdict. This chap does sound as if he's done his research.
|
|
|
|
Post by harpskiddie on May 2, 2007 16:33:41 GMT -6
Elisabeth:
I went through the first 20-odd chapters, and must say that the links the author [or whoever] has provided [on the left side of the chapter, in blue] lead to many interesting items and much useful information, especially for those who may not have been deeply studying Custer, LBH and etc.
Gordie,
put me on the highway, and show me the sign........................................................................
|
|
|
|
Post by Tricia on May 2, 2007 17:03:50 GMT -6
"It's the story of a small but romantic man longing for past glory, seduced by capitalism, corruption and political ambition.
This is Aram Schefrin's fourth podcast novel, following "Marwan: The Autobiography of a 9/11 Hijacker," "Consider the Elephant: The Life and Death of John Wilkes Booth as told by his brother Edwin," and "The Tenth Cow," the tale of a plot to speed the Messiah's arrival at the risk of nuclear war."What a joke. Grow a sense of humour, CSS ... it's just a little dose of alternative history (granted, not my favorite genre) to pass the time. The Booth book looks interesting as well. |
|
|
|
Post by harpskiddie on May 2, 2007 21:36:52 GMT -6
I'm surprised Flashman wasn't at the theater, or maybe he was, and Fraser hasn't delighted us as yet. I am a big fan of historical fiction, especially when it has obviously been well researched, and there have been a few good Custer-oriented examples over the years. I must admit I don't read much of it anymore [if the author can throw in a little time travel, and a whole lot of humor, Ill likely be hooked].
My current fave is Dexter - of Darkly Dreaming Dexter - although he's just your run-of-the-mill mass-murderer mass-murderer, who is a blood spatter expert and police lab technician, and has nothing to do with this thread [or anything else, for that matter]. I just like him.
I'm thinking of getting Custer's Last Jump...........................
Gordie,
stop gaping, Penelope, and hand me the duct tape and the pruning shears..............................
|
|
|
|
Post by elisabeth on May 6, 2007 11:43:09 GMT -6
Good news: the book is also available in straightforward audio form here: www.podiobooks.com/title/gloriousEven better news: it turns out to be very good indeed. A few facts one might argue with, and some characterisations too (e.g. Anna Darrah and, as always, Keogh) but so far -- I've got as far as Chapter 13 -- it's most enjoyable. The writer has managed to synthesise a huge amount of source material into a gripping and coherent narrative. And, best trick of all, he's caught Benteen's voice as narrator beautifully, yet without so overloading it with Benteenisms as to make it impenetrable. Unfortunate that it's a work in progress, so we still have to wait for the battle chapters ... but IMHO, a terrific piece of work! |
|
|
|
Post by Banned on May 22, 2007 8:52:39 GMT -6
"Why did Custer rush into battle against the largest agglomeration of Indians ever seen in the West, without waiting for support from other cavalry contingents which were on their way to the scene?"
I don't see anything accurate in the SUMMARY of the book.
|
|
|
|
Post by crzhrs on May 22, 2007 11:13:21 GMT -6
It may help to read the book first!
|
|
|
|
Post by Banned on May 25, 2007 9:10:06 GMT -6
I'll do it.
wow, "bases are loaded, full count" etc. I think Diane Merkel still dreams about Tom Cruise in Top Gun...
|
|
|
|
Post by elisabeth on May 25, 2007 9:52:03 GMT -6
Note: the podiobooks link above currently takes you only as far as Chapter 32. This one gets you all the way to Chapter 38: digg.com/podcasts/Glorious |
|
|
|
Post by Diane Merkel on May 25, 2007 10:55:23 GMT -6
No, CSS, Tom Cruise has never been in my dreams, but you are! ;D
|
|
|
|
Post by markland on May 25, 2007 15:12:52 GMT -6
No, CSS, Tom Cruise has never been in my dreams, but you are! ;D I thought those were called nightmares? Billy "Sweet dreams of you, every night I go through, why can't I forget you and start my life anew, instead of having sweet dreams about you?" I see it will be a C&W weekend! |
|
|
|
Post by Diane Merkel on May 25, 2007 15:29:30 GMT -6
Bluegrass for me! Our local history museum is sponsoring a bluegrass festival. That's not my favorite type of music, but I'll learn to love it if we get a lot of donations.
Gordie . . . get out your fiddle . . . . .
|
|
