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Added Jan 15, 2021
Uncle, Duke & the ChiefUncle, Duke & the Chief, Music CD
by Born Ruffians (Musical group)Music CD - 2018Music CD, 2018
Added Jan 15, 2021
Strangers to OurselvesStrangers to Ourselves, Music CD
by Modest Mouse (Musical group)Music CD - 2015Music CD, 2015
Added Jan 15, 2021
WatchmenWatchmen, DVD
DVD - 2020DVD, 2020
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Added Jan 15, 2021
Suitability
Ages 16
The Neuroscientist Who Lost Her MindThe Neuroscientist Who Lost Her Mind, BookMy Tale of Madness and Recovery
by Lipska, Barbara K.Book - 2018Book, 2018
humbleworm's rating:
Added Jan 10, 2021
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Barbara Lipska's book focuses on events and her mental state while coping with multiple cancerous brain tumours that caused several cognitive and emotional dysfunctions. She herself draws a comparison to the famous brain injury case of Phineas Gage. The unusual and fascinating aspect of this is that she mostly recovered with treatment about a year after being diagnosed. Thus, it's more about the descent into "madness" than dealing with cancer, which she'd survived twice before already. There isn't a heavy amount of technical detail so most readers will find it approachable. You might also be interested in Sam Kean's The Tale of the Dueling Neurosurgeons.Barbara Lipska's book focuses on events and her mental state while coping with multiple cancerous brain tumours that caused several cognitive and emotional dysfunctions. She herself draws a comparison to the famous brain injury case of Phineas…
Big Hero 6 (DVD)Big Hero 6 (DVD), Book
Book - 2015Book, 2015
Added Jan 08, 2021
Hotel ArtemisHotel Artemis, DVDHôtel Artemis
DVD - 2019DVD, 2019
Added Jan 08, 2021
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The premise and mood of this reminded me a lot of the John Wick movies, although Hotel Artemis requires much less willing suspension of disbelief up until the Nurse's decision at the very end. Some minor technology elements fit with the cyberpunk genre too so you might also enjoy reading William Gibson.The premise and mood of this reminded me a lot of the John Wick movies, although Hotel Artemis requires much less willing suspension of disbelief up until the Nurse's decision at the very end. Some minor technology elements fit with the cyberpunk…
Schitt$ CreekSchitt$ Creek, DVDThe Complete Collection
DVD - 2020DVD, 2020
Added Jan 04, 2021
AvaAva, DVD
DVD - 2020DVD, 2020
humbleworm's rating:
Added Jan 04, 2021
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An international assassin, betrayed for less-than-credible reasons by those she should be able to trust, returns to her home town to confront her troubled past before her enemies catch up with her. Ava is an ok film, but it doesn't include anything that stands out as original in the genre. You may enjoy The Bourne Identity, Salt or Spy Game more.An international assassin, betrayed for less-than-credible reasons by those she should be able to trust, returns to her home town to confront her troubled past before her enemies catch up with her. Ava is an ok film, but it doesn't include anything…
The Flight AttendantThe Flight Attendant, Audiobook CD
by Bohjalian, ChrisAudiobook CD - 2018Audiobook CD, 2018
Added Dec 30, 2020
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Added Dec 14, 2020
OnwardOnward, DVDEn Avant
DVD - 2020DVD, 2020
Added Dec 11, 2020
MulanMulan, DVD
DVD - 2020DVD, 2020
Added Dec 11, 2020
The IrishmanThe Irishman, DVD
DVD - 2020DVD, 2020
Added Dec 11, 2020
Thrilling ThievesThrilling Thieves, BookLiars, Cheats, and Cons Who Changed History
by DuMont, BriannaBook - 2019Book, 2019
humbleworm's rating:
Added Dec 09, 2020
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I really didn't care for the author's colloquial writing style and vague overview of history, providing gist without substance. This is labeled as a "junior library guild selection", however, and does seem like something an 8th-grader might write for other 8th-graders. From that perspective, I suppose it could encourage interest in history and adults are not the intended audience.I really didn't care for the author's colloquial writing style and vague overview of history, providing gist without substance. This is labeled as a "junior library guild selection", however, and does seem like something an 8th-grader might write…
El CaminoEl Camino, DVDA Breaking Bad Movie = El Camino : Un Film Breaking Bad
DVD - 2020DVD, 2020
Added Dec 04, 2020
The Book of MagicThe Book of Magic, Book
Book - 2018Book, 2018
humbleworm's rating:
Added Dec 04, 2020
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I've always been fascinated by imaginitive new depictions of magic and there are a few in this collection (eg: "Community Service", "Wolf and the Manticore") but most of these simply involve magic. The more entertaining short stories here are written in the style of Jack Vance, whose influential works I highly recommend. Although completely different, the core concept of "Wolf and the Manticore" reminded me of Karel Capek's novel "The Absolute At Large" (which, as a sidebar, contains the best insight about adverse events I've ever read).I've always been fascinated by imaginitive new depictions of magic and there are a few in this collection (eg: "Community Service", "Wolf and the Manticore") but most of these simply involve magic. The more entertaining short stories here are…
The Good PlaceThe Good Place, DVDSeason Four
DVD - 2020DVD, 2020
Added Oct 09, 2020
Comment:
All four seasons are available on Netflix if you want to binge watch The Good Place. The series uses light-hearted wholesome situational comedy to illustrate much of philosophical thought about Good vs. Evil and an afterlife without being preachy. I suppose tackling the subject at all could offend some with more extreme religious views, but the writers genuinely try to approach it academically with the best intentions. Ted Dansen and Kristen Bell are perfect for their roles. The final season circles around a bit but does achieve closure. I liked the first season best.All four seasons are available on Netflix if you want to binge watch The Good Place. The series uses light-hearted wholesome situational comedy to illustrate much of philosophical thought about Good vs. Evil and an afterlife without being preachy. …
Suitability
Ages 10
The Final WishThe Final Wish, DVD
DVD - 2019DVD, 2019
humbleworm's rating:
Added Sep 23, 2020
The OrvilleThe Orville, DVDThe Complete Second Season
DVD - 2019DVD, 2019
humbleworm's rating:
Added Sep 23, 2020
Salt & Straw Ice Cream CookbookSalt & Straw Ice Cream Cookbook, Book
by Malek, TylerBook - 2019Book, 2019
humbleworm's rating:
Added Sep 21, 2020
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Salt & Straw provides a few base recipes which are the foundation of all other ice cream recipes in the book. It's a bit too experimental for me though (eg: guacamole sorbet, salted caramel turkey ice cream). I would highly recommend Sweet Cream & Sugar Cones for the less adventurous.Salt & Straw provides a few base recipes which are the foundation of all other ice cream recipes in the book. It's a bit too experimental for me though (eg: guacamole sorbet, salted caramel turkey ice cream). I would highly recommend Sweet Cream &…
humbleworm's rating:
Added Sep 21, 2020
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How To Stop Time is a bit light on historical/technical detail but is an enjoyable read with a style similar to Graeme Simsion's works (eg: The Rosie Project, Two Steps Forward). If you're looking for films on this theme, you will probably enjoy The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (2008, based on F. Scott Fitzgerald's 1922 short story), About Time (2013), The Time Traveller's Wife (2009), The Old Guard (2020) and the original Highlander (1986).How To Stop Time is a bit light on historical/technical detail but is an enjoyable read with a style similar to Graeme Simsion's works (eg: The Rosie Project, Two Steps Forward). If you're looking for films on this theme, you will probably enjoy…
Classic Southern DessertsClassic Southern Desserts, BookAll-time Favorite Recipes for Cakes, Cookies, Pies, Puddings, Cobblers, Ice Cream & More
Book - 2010Book, 2010
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Added Sep 20, 2020
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I'll just say I don't think much of a cookbook that has store-bought cake mix, pudding, etc. as the main ingredient in many of its recipes.
The KnowledgeThe Knowledge, BookHow to Rebuild Our World From Scratch
by Dartnell, LewisBook - 2014Book, 2014
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Added Sep 09, 2020
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I have often thought about this very subject and the author makes a good point about focusing on the building blocks of knowledge that will lead to further discoveries and/or leapfrog the recovery of civilization after a cataclysm. However, it takes him 34 pages to get beyond that point to discuss basic fire and the book is woefully lacking in usable illustrations. If you take notes of things you didn't know or, more importantly, think you could reproduce as you read this, you may be surprised how little practical substance there is. It serves as a good overview with pointers about what to research further though.I have often thought about this very subject and the author makes a good point about focusing on the building blocks of knowledge that will lead to further discoveries and/or leapfrog the recovery of civilization after a cataclysm. However, it…
Schindler's ListSchindler's List, DVDLa Liste De Schindler
DVD - 2018DVD, 2018
Added Sep 03, 2020
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