Rite of Fancy

A short summary of the book Gentleman's Agreement: Exposing anti-semitism by pretending Semitic ancestry. My favorite Laura Z. Hobson quote from the book: "We are born in innocence - corruption comes later." Questions I pondered while reading Gentleman's Agreement: Should silence be considered bad manners? Why do we fear what is different? My thoughts about Gentleman's Agreement: Great read on the subtle art of biotry. How often was I silent? I won't be again. **************************************** a.d. elliott is a wanderer, writer, and photographer currently living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to the travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Like my page? Please consider supporting my work by visiting my sponsors...

A short summary of the book Wishful Drinking: Hi! My name is Carrie and I am an addict with a mental illness. My favorite Carrie Fisher quote from the book: "In my opinion, a problem derails your life and an inconvenience is not being able to get a nice seat on the un-derailed train." Questions I pondered while reading Wishful Drinking: If one in four people have a mental illness - why are they such a secret? Doesn't everyone have at least one vice? My review of Wishful Drinking: It takes courage to put hats on your skeletons and invite them to dance. Bonus points to Carrie for making the dance funny. I really appreciate her work, even if she wasn't entirely sober. **************************************** a.d. elliott is a wanderer, writer, and photographer currently living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to the travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biogra...