Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Monday, November 15, 2010
Fern Schumer Chapman's website
Here is yet another website for your perusal. This one is Fern's website full of more information about her books, their reviews, her public appearances and other related information.
We are soooo lucky that she'll be joining us on Wednesday, Nov. 17 to discuss her books!
Ellen
We are soooo lucky that she'll be joining us on Wednesday, Nov. 17 to discuss her books!
Ellen
Fern Schumer Chapman's Blog
As I prepare for our meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 17 (early this month due to Thanksgiving next week!), I discovered this blog and thought you might also find it of interest.
In case you haven't heard, we will be joined on Wednesday by Fran Chapman as we discuss her two books. If you haven't met her yet, this isn't something you'll want to miss!
Hope to see you Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. in the Formation Center.
Ellen
In case you haven't heard, we will be joined on Wednesday by Fran Chapman as we discuss her two books. If you haven't met her yet, this isn't something you'll want to miss!
Hope to see you Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. in the Formation Center.
Ellen
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Kathy Chambers, Libertyville Artist/cancer survivor
At our book discussion last Wednesday, someone mentioned seeing a series of pictures done by a local artist Kathy Chambers during her treatment and recovery from throat cancer. She thought it was a series of pictures of clowns. I didn't find anything online that featured only clowns, however, on Kathy's site (which you can access by clicking the title above), I did find a series of self-portraits Kathy painted reflecting her feelings about cancer and her treatment.
So, I thought you might find this interesting, in light of our great book discussion of The Middle Place by Kelly Corrigan.
And, by the way, the group rated this book 6.3 (one being the worst book and ten being the best book you've ever read.)
Have a great month! Hope to see you on October 27 to discuss Fifth Business by Robertson Davies.
So, I thought you might find this interesting, in light of our great book discussion of The Middle Place by Kelly Corrigan.
And, by the way, the group rated this book 6.3 (one being the worst book and ten being the best book you've ever read.)
Have a great month! Hope to see you on October 27 to discuss Fifth Business by Robertson Davies.
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Kelly Corrigan Reading on Youtube
Here you can watch a short video of Kelly Corrigan reading her essay 'Transcending: Words on Women and Strength."
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Circus of Cancer
A how-to site to help you
Step Right Up
when your friend has breast cancer
A site created by Kelly Corrigan for women to help their friends who have been diagnosed with cancer.
Step Right Up
when your friend has breast cancer
A site created by Kelly Corrigan for women to help their friends who have been diagnosed with cancer.
Kelly Corrigan's Blog
If you click on the title of this entry, you'll be directed to Kelly Corrigan's blog and can watch videos of her reading from her newest book, Lift.
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Denver Moore's Gallery
This is the site for the Gallery that is handling Denver's art sales today. You can see some his art work here.
Unlikely friendship between Ron Hall, Denver Moore inspires, changes lives
Article from October 2009 in the Dallas Morning News tells about the book and how it came to be published in the first place. Also, updates on Ron and Denver and their accomplishments.
Official Website for Same Kind of Different as Me
This site features some of Denver's art work and a video of Ron and Denver being interviewed.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
Monday, August 2, 2010
At Harborview's leprosy clinic, doctors treat stigma along with the disease
Thanks to John, here is a recent article from the Seattle Times about leprosy and its treatment today. Unfortunately, although it's curable, a stigma still remains.
To read the article, click on its headline above.
If anyone else wishes to contribute to the blog, PLEASE feel free to do so!
(If you're not sure how to do it, let me know and I'll be happy to help.)
Ellen
To read the article, click on its headline above.
If anyone else wishes to contribute to the blog, PLEASE feel free to do so!
(If you're not sure how to do it, let me know and I'll be happy to help.)
Ellen
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
The Lepers of Molokai by Jack London
In 1907, Jack London visited Molokai and wrote an article in a popular magaine of the time called Women's Home Companion. It is still debatable whether his article helped or hurt the cause of the lepers.
What do you think?
What do you think?
Monday, July 19, 2010
Jack London's surprising account of his visit to Molokai
As mentioned in our book, several authors including Jack London visited Molokai. The main character in our book, Rachel is proud of the book she had signed by him.
The real Jack London wrote this article and took these pictures to describe his visit to the leper colony in 1908. It's a quick read and quite interesting!
The real Jack London wrote this article and took these pictures to describe his visit to the leper colony in 1908. It's a quick read and quite interesting!
The Colony The Harrowing Story of the Exiles of Molokai by John Tayman
This site has several reviews of the book that I've been reading to get up-to-speed for our book discussion. Until I read Molokai, I must confess that about all I knew about leprosy came from the stories in the Bible.
Our book Molokai takes place after Father Damien's stay at the island. He was responsible for bringing medical care and humane treatment to the patients quarantined there.
This book by Tayman, describes in great detail the conditions on Molokai before Father Damien's arrival. Because the medical community was largely ignorant of the cause of leprosy and hadn't yet fully embraced the theory that germs cause illness, the well-meaning doctors tried many experimental and often painful treatments for their leprous patients.
The Hawaiians, on the other hand, still believed that their illnesses were caused by a god or gods whom they had angered, and were more likely to go to their own kahunas (priests) to seek healing than to a white doctor.
The Colony is a well-written and well-researched description of the grim early years at Molokai which preceded our chracters' arrival.
Our book Molokai takes place after Father Damien's stay at the island. He was responsible for bringing medical care and humane treatment to the patients quarantined there.
This book by Tayman, describes in great detail the conditions on Molokai before Father Damien's arrival. Because the medical community was largely ignorant of the cause of leprosy and hadn't yet fully embraced the theory that germs cause illness, the well-meaning doctors tried many experimental and often painful treatments for their leprous patients.
The Hawaiians, on the other hand, still believed that their illnesses were caused by a god or gods whom they had angered, and were more likely to go to their own kahunas (priests) to seek healing than to a white doctor.
The Colony is a well-written and well-researched description of the grim early years at Molokai which preceded our chracters' arrival.
Father Damien and Molokai
Father Damien spent his life working with the lepers on Molokai before succombing to the disease himself at age 49. He has been recognized as a saint by the Catholic Church.
He is mentioned several times in our book Molokai and as you might have guessed was a controversial figure in his day.
He is mentioned several times in our book Molokai and as you might have guessed was a controversial figure in his day.
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
ABC News Story about Molokai
Hawaiian leprosy laws were in effect until 1969 even though a cure for the disease was discovered in 1941. This piece tells the story of the impact of leprosy on one man and his family. Heartbreaking.
Visit Molokai
Brief history of the Hawaiian leper colony includes information about how to visit it today.
Monday, June 14, 2010
The Help on Penguin Publishers page
This is the publisher's page for The Help. Interesting to see their spin.
Kathryn Stockett's home page
Includes discussion questions, biography and her own reading recommendations. Good!
Katie Couric Interviews Kathryn Stockett
This is a not-to-be missed interview by Katie Couric of Kathryn Stockett, author of The Help. In the second half-hour, Katie interviews three women about their personal experiences in the South of the 1960s. Powerful stuff!
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Huckleberry Finn Homepage
Everything you ever wanted to know about Huck Finn, but didn't know to ask.
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Hachiko on Wikipedia
The beloved Japanese dog Hachiko has a brief but meaningful mention in The Story of Edgar Sawtelle.
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Jennifer Donnelly biography
A Northern Light was Jennifer Donnelly's second novel and first for young adults. Here are some highlights of her life and some of the influences on her writing.
Monday, March 22, 2010
The Murder Trial of Chester Gillette
This site summarizes the trial of Chester Gillette for the murder of Grace Brown for which he was found guilty and executed.
http://www.courts.state.ny.us/history/gillette.htm
http://www.courts.state.ny.us/history/gillette.htm
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
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