Thanks to Mr. Montgomery for a copy of this in exchange for my honest review!
This book has one of the most unique worlds that I have stumbled across in quite a while. I found it totally engaging and honestly have found myself thinking about it quite a bit even while not reading. The thought of being able to live in a "museum" like someone out of a different time completely appeals to me. Now, I kind of doubt I'd do it, but as an anthropologist the whole "going native" thing is brought to a whole new level with this concept. It would be incredibly interesting to attempt to live like they did in the past. Granted, I kind of like showers and central heat/air so I don't know how long I'd fare (I did a dig for 3 months in a tent with no running water...not so eager to repeat that), but it's interesting to think about. Anyhow, the book itself did have some issues with copy-editing, which in general doesn't bother me too much but did get confusing here and there, and also had some pacing issues where I felt things got really bogged down from time to time. However, it was still an interesting read.
How about you? Would you like to try and live in the past? What era would you pick?
Um, I like my time period, but I would LOVE to stop into every era and culture throughout history to experience how they live and think. Seriously. It's like having lived in so many places across the US. People ask which was my favorite, and I can't pick a favorite. Every place has its charms and downfalls.
ReplyDeleteSo, so true!!
DeleteWhich reminds me, I'm reading this really awesome book right now that I can't wait to review, and this girl just totally met a twin Sary and was like, "What the...?"
DeleteOh yay!!! So glad you're enjoy it :)
DeleteWow, that is one very interesting concept. Honestly, I'm in love with the current era. I love the years in the early 80's and wished I could've lived through them in my teens rather than my toddler years. I'd also love to have been in the Victorian times!
ReplyDeleteThe 80's as a teen would have been really interesting!! I am too young to remember them, too, but would love to experience them :)
DeleteI'd like to make a quick dash into other eras, but somehow hot baths and chocolate and not having polio like we have these days is much more appealing than anything beyond a quick dash!
ReplyDeleteChocolate and no polio--definitely very good things :)
DeleteI would definitely like to visit different eras and experience!
ReplyDeleteMe too! For a little bit at least :) Though the trick would be picking which to travel to!
DeleteWhat an original idea and it totally appeals to me. I'd love to read this.
ReplyDeleteI should send you my copy! :)
DeleteWhat a cool premise. I'd definitely live in the NYC Metropolitan Museum of Art. As for the past - I'd head straight for Pemberly and Mr. Darcy.
ReplyDeletelol!! I could do that! So long as I didn't have to be a maid :)
DeleteSounds like wonderful premise!
ReplyDeleteIt was really interesting!!
DeleteHi Meradeth! Just dropping by to say "hi".
ReplyDeleteThat book sounds interesting, although I think I'm more interested in reading one of your books! Which one should I start with?
Hi Kristin! Thanks for stopping by! Both Colors and Chemistry are stand alone titles, so whichever sounds good to you! Shoot me an email and we can chat! :)
DeleteI wouldn't go too far into the past. I'd go to the 1950 in the Virgin Islands when things were at their best. We didn't have running water or electricity, but life wasn't difficult and people were genuine.
ReplyDeleteI don't know about the no running water, but your pictures on facebook definitely look like it was a great place! :)
DeleteI thought the same thing you did, Meradeth, as soon as I read the blurb - what a unique, fascinating world! Thanks for recommending it!
ReplyDeleteIt's definitely an interesting concept!
DeleteThis sounds so unique! I don't recall ever reading a book with quite the same concept. I did read one where the parents decided to live in a "museum" but their kids didn't know and they all acted as if they lived in the 1800s. It made me think and I bet this book would too. Although I would be curious to try living in some different time periods for a short while- I don't have it in me to do the long haul (I need modern plumbing for starters). ;)
ReplyDeleteGreat post!
Yes, modern plumbing is essential for me! :) But it would definitely be interesting to check out!
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