Rite of Fancy

A short summary of Glory and The Lightning: The life and lovers of an ancient Miletus courtesan. My favorite Taylor Caldwell quote from the book: "Men can excel only in imitation. God alone creates anew." Questions to ponder while reading Glory and The Lightening: How hard are you willing to work for your liberty? Which people deserve an opportunity? My review of the book: A good look into ancient Greece and its politics A good treatise on republics. A good book to get engrossed in. **************************************** 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, my...

  A short summary of In the Barren Ground: An "expectant" snowbound murder mystery. My favorite Loreth Anne White quote from the book: "Psychosis is rarely about logic." Questions to ponder while reading In The Barren Ground: How active should pregnant women be? How do you cope with depression? My review of the book: Reminded me of Fargo! Equal opportunity abounds! Couldn't put it down! **************************************** 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, my  webshop , or by buying me a cup of coffee!

A short summary of A Temple of the Holy Ghost: A 12-year-old's attempts to make sense of life and God's will. My favorite Flannery O'Connor quote from the story: "She could never be a Saint, but she thought she could be a martyr if they killed her quick." Questions to ponder while reading A Temple of the Holy Ghost: What have you had to accept in your life? What are your faults? My review of the story: A great story about the challenge of making sense of the world. A great explanation of grace. A great story about teenage angst and the behavior that goes along with it. **************************************** 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 #Taketh...

  A short summary of Facing Unpleasant Facts: Essays about life, boarding schools, and other things unpleasant. My favorite George Orwell quote from the book: "To see what is in front of one's nose needs a constant struggle." Questions to ponder while reading Facing Unpleasant Facts: Do you work with your hands? Have you ever fought for your country? My review of the book: Orwell at his best. So incredibly relevant, even today. I'm so glad I've never gone to English boarding schools. **************************************** 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 sponsor...

  Dear Henry, Several months ago, I took a road trip to the Precious Moments Chapel  and fell in love with the work of Samuel J. Butcher.  Although their works couldn't be more different, Samuel J. Butcher was inspired by  Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel.  Michelangelo has been the inspiration for many artists throughout the ages and almost everyone can think of something he has made. Michelangelo was born Michelangelo di Lodovico Buonarroti Simoni on March 6, 1475, in Caprese Tuscany.  After the death of his mother, Michelangelo lived with his nanny and her stonecutter husband, until he apprenticed with the artist Ghirlandaio when he was thirteen.  He would gain the attention of the Medici family within a year. Michelangelo was a prolific artist and scholar and would continue to produce art, most of it religious until his death on February 18,1564, at the age of 88. The statue of David and the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel ( the inspiration for Samuel J...

 A short summary of Sacrament of the Present Moment: How to find God in your everyday duties. My favorite Jean Pierre de Caussade quote from the book: "God teaches the soul by pains and obstacles, not by ideas." Questions to ponder while reading Sacrament of the Present Moment: Does the worship of God require elaborate ritual? Can you find grace in your daily life? My review of the book: Great book on living the life God gave you. A wonderful "How to Find Peace" manual. Doing one's duty is a great way to perform a sacred act. **************************************** 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 conside...