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TIE IN: The Friday 56 hosted by Freda's Voice is a natural tie in with this event and there is a lot of cross over, so many people combine the two. The idea is to post a teaser from page 56 of the book you are reading and share a link to your post. Find details and the Linky for your Friday 56 post on Freda’s Voice.
YOUR BOOK BEGINNING
MY BOOK BEGINNING
I had a farm in Africa, at the foot of the Ngong Hills.
Out of Africa by Isak Dinesen (Karen Blixen). Can't you just hear Meryl Streep!
I adored Meryl in this movie! I've never read the book though!
ReplyDeleteI am embarrassed to admit that I have neither read the book nor seen the movie. Time to correct that, I think. Especially being from Africa myself.
ReplyDeleteYes, yes I can! I loved this movie and it's been a while since I've seen the whole thing - I think I need to Netflix it! Great choice:)
ReplyDeleteHi Gilion,
ReplyDeleteI'm afraid I am in the same camp as Bev, neither having seen the film, nor read the book, although of course I do know of Meryl Streep's brilliant performance in the film!
Whilst this probably isn't a book for me, that single opening line would make a fantastic voiceover for the opening shot of a film.
Thanks for sharing and have a good weekend :)
Yvonne
I've never seen the movie or read the book either...I feel like I'm out of the loop. the beginning cuts right to the chase though. :)
ReplyDeleteDid have wanted to read this book for so long. I don't know why I keep putting it off.
ReplyDeleteI hope it is really enjoyable.
Memorable book and movie! Enjoy!
ReplyDeletebrenda
I haven't seen the movie or read the book but both are on my list of books I want to read and movies I want to watch. I love the first line!
ReplyDeleteSaw the movie but never read the book. Meryl Streep was great.
ReplyDeletesherry @ fundinmental Friday Memes
I haven't seen the movie in ages but I love Meryl Streep. I hope you enjoy the book. Have a great week and happy reading!
ReplyDeleteI'm with most of the commenters -- saw the movie; failed to read the book. Great post! :)
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