Canny Minds Blog

Cutting for Stone

Posted on08. Jan, 2010 by Jenny.

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The book we have chosen for our January reading group is Cutting for Stone by Abraham Verghese…a novel that can be described in 3 words as epic, sprawling and vivid.

The Time Traveller’s Wife

Posted on13. Aug, 2009 by Jenny.

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Magical, moving and unforgettable.

Classic novels teach us good behaviour, say scientists

Posted on29. Jun, 2009 by Jenny.

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Researchers say the character of Elizabeth Bennet in Pride and Prejudice teaches us positive traits such as conscientiousness.

Welcome to the Canny Reading Group. The second book we’ve chosen is The Secret Scripture by Sebastian Barry. It tells the emotional story of an elderly lady and her battle against prejudice in an evolving Ireland. Full of twists and turns and deeply affecting.

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The Book Thief

Posted on14. May, 2009 by Jenny.

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Welcome to our Reading Group. The first book we’re looking at is The Book Thief by Markus Zusak. This moving, original book, ultimately celebratory and life-affirming, is the story of a young girl’s experience in Nazi Germany.