In brief: Far from the simple shepherd I’ve always pictured, So-called Abram turns out to be complex — a wealthy man, a traveller, a warrior, a slaveowner. Also Lots’ uncle. And a bit quick to say his wife is his…
Author: Cecil Vortex
The Midnight’s Children Meander, Week 12 placeholder
If you are here in search of the week 12 post, god love ya! 😉 I’ve finished the book but need a wee bit more to gather my thoughts. Real week 12 post coming Tuesday…. Thanks for your patience and…
The Midnight’s Children Meander, Week 11
This week it seemed like history and fiction were spinning faster and faster together in a tight grip, all I’m sure leading to a dizzying conclusion. We also got another quick recap of much of what’s happened before, another mad…
The 5 Books Meander, Week 2 (Noaḥ)
Another wonderful section this week. A few thoughts: Much like Seth, the Raven could use more/better PR. On the other hand, the animals that creep are getting tons of screen time. Holding the child responsible for the sins of the…
The Midnight’s Children Meander, Week 10
Oh my goodness we are close to the finish line! Meanwhile, I’ve been busy writing my thesis on pickles and Midnight’s Children, aptly titled, Midnight’s Pickles. Pickle-shaped noses aside, this section was a particularly rich source of literary dill. Twenty-six…
The 5 Books Meander, Week 1 (Bereshit)
In the Jewish tradition, there’s this idea of Torah portions — parashot plural and parashah singular — that you read each week for about a year. And it starts this week. This very one! Right now! With a couple other…
The Midnight’s Children Meander, Week 9
Well, I cheated. Held off posting for an extra day to buy myself more time. But I finally caught up with you mighty Meanderers! And props to folks who are still reading and just a little bit behind. I am…
The Midnight’s Children Meander, Week 8
Friends, I have no one to blame but myself! I set us an ambitious goal and like a few fellow Meanderers, this is the week that tripped me up. Perhaps both the book and real life had just a little…
The Midnight’s Children Meander, Week Seven
Past the midpoint are we — midpoint’s children mayhaps? More than that — we’re the ones headed for the finish line! Like the excellent folks in the comments I’m find it tricky going here and there, but worth the effort.…
The Midnight’s Children Meander, Week Six
Another great section, and the book is officially exactly nothing like I was expecting when we started. And that’s a joyous distraction, this week of all weeks. I’m going to keep the post a little short, but I did want…