For those of you who have not recently reread these immortal classic by A.A. Milne, they are hilarious, totally worthy of the critical attention given them in the Pooh Perplex, and Postmodern Pooh. As part of the ongoing struggle to get Miriam to sleep, I have been reading to her at bedtime and since we have so few books here, a chapter book which lasts a couple of weeks makes more sense than a picture book where you can read three or four in one sitting. (Gwyn is totally uninterested and has to be put to bed in the other room.) The Pooh books are fun because they work on so many different levels. Miriam usually gets what Pooh can't figure out and thinks it's funny (dramatic irony). I love the dialogue, particularly with Rabbit and Eyore, which is classic social satire. Its hard to remember why everyone was enchanted before they became soulless, over marketed Disney phenomena.
Anyway, we just finished the Winnie the Pooh and the House at Pooh Corner. Next on the list are Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and The Little House in the Big Woods.
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Thanks for suggested reading. I love the illustrations. I miss the girls (and their parents too) and enjoy keeping up through blogs. Love to you all.
yes! good job. mike told me about the pooh perplex (i don't think postmodern pooh was around yet.) by the way jesse, i got the watch back. rescued it from the police auction. adam says he'll sell it.
Jesse, You're lame. I've checked this blog several times and no new posts since November? What kind of blogger are you??? I think you could take a tip from Bekah, who is an excellent blogger. :)
Mariko, thank you. I aim to please my adoring fans and am proud to name you as one.
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