Dear reader, It’s been just over two months since the first installment of the dispatch, and in that time, the first signs of spring’s arrival that I’d described in that newsletter have blossomed (both literally and figuratively) into the trappings of a proper springtime—Bloomsbury’s garden squares are bursting with flowers of all colors, the grass is a shade of green that I haven’t seen in some time, and by now nearly every tree I walk past is covered, if not with small leaves already, then with pale green buds that threaten to burst into full foliage at any moment.
So good to encounter other If Books Could Kill people - I of course love how vicious they are but also appreciate that they try to think through good faith interpretations too. I've had White Teeth for ages and this might be the push I need to read it - NW is also good for London vibes imo. Personally I think Rushdie has some hits and misses which is to say I would recommend avoiding the Two Years Eight Months one. The books he wrote for his kids are mega delightful though!
the dispatch #3
So good to encounter other If Books Could Kill people - I of course love how vicious they are but also appreciate that they try to think through good faith interpretations too. I've had White Teeth for ages and this might be the push I need to read it - NW is also good for London vibes imo. Personally I think Rushdie has some hits and misses which is to say I would recommend avoiding the Two Years Eight Months one. The books he wrote for his kids are mega delightful though!