It was only a matter of time: the bible (if a much-abridged version) is available as a graphic novel. Read about it in the New York Times.You've got to give the publisher credit for their blurb,too. It's from no less a personage than the Archbishop of Canterbury, head of the worldwide Anglican communion. He says, … Continue reading The Word… Now Available With Pictures
Author: Anders
News of Florence
We have already heard that Salman Rushdie has a new book in the works, but there have been very few details beyond the title--The Enchantress of Florence, will be published on June 3.In a speech at Emory University, where Rushdie is on the faculty, the author said that he will not be writing himself into … Continue reading News of Florence
Rising Damp
The folks at the University of Illinois' Rare Book & Manuscript Library haven't exactly covered themselves in glory. They--or rather their facilities--are covered in mold. Details are here.--David E
Musings from Magers and Quinn 