52 Books in a Year: Week 3
“Once upon a time there was a boy who loved a girl, and her laughter was a question he wanted to spend his whole life answering.”
This week, I re-read my favorite book of all time – The History of Love, by Nicole Krauss. I’m pretty sure this was my fifth time through the book. The endearing tale intertwines two stories: one is about an elderly Polish man named Leo who spends his time making sure he won’t die on a day that he goes unseen. The other is about a teenage girl named Alma, who goes on an adventure to find out more about her namesake. Throughout the entire book, the readers know Leo and Alma’s path must cross at some point. Is Leo Alma’s grandfather, or are they distantly related? The conclusion of the book reveals their connection, which always leaves me in tears. Tears because the book is over, and tears because the conclusion is the climax of relational beauty and depth. Read it, and re-read it.
Interesting fact: Nicole Krauss is married to my other favorite author, Jonathan Safran Foer.
What else have I read during my yearlong reading project?
–> Week 1 –> Week 2
Peter Chee
Annie – that must be one incredible book. Knowing you and seeing how sincere you are, this must be an amazing book. I’ll take a break from business books and get a copy of this! Thanks.
Annie Vander Pol
You can borrow mine if you want 🙂
Sami Dyer
Annie great description of this book! I MUST read it! I agree with Peter. Hearing how sincere you are with these characters, it sounds like a definite need.
Annie Vander Pol
Sami, you will love it! If Peter doesn’t borrow my book, I can totally lend it to you 🙂