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Lädt ... Extreme Vinyl Cafe (2009)von Stuart McLean
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Melde dich bei LibraryThing an um herauszufinden, ob du dieses Buch mögen würdest. Keine aktuelle Diskussion zu diesem Buch. Another light book from Stuart McLean with more stories about Dave and his exploits. A comfortable read, like a mug of hot chocolate in front of a fire during a snowstorm, McLean's books are the very definition of Canada. An enjoyable little read. ( ) "I've been a fan of Stuart McLean's Vinyl Cafe books since I was a kid. I've just finished reading the book, Extreme Vinyl Cafe, and while it's classic Dave and Morley, I have to say I'm a bit disappointed. I think it's the fact that I'm over-saturated by the podcast and reading so many of the books, but I'd already heard all the stories in Extreme Vinyl Cafe. I know two of them we heard at the concert, and I know at least another two (for certain) I heard on the podcast. They were great stories, and I enjoyed them, but it was disappointing because I was expecting new Vinyl Cafe stories. However, if you have never read The Vinyl Cafe or heard Stuart McLean's stories, I strongly urge you to check out this quintessential Canadian storyteller. He is not only magnificent at weaving a tale but also has a lovely voice. Read my full review on my blog: http://www.monniblog.com/2010/08/extreme-vinyl-cafe-by-stuart-mclean/" I have been listening to Vinyl Cafe stories on the radio (or, more recently, via podcast) for 12 or 13 years now. I keep expecting a dip in form, or some repetition to creep in or...well, something to start to degenerate. Instead, the stories keep getting better and funnier and more touching. One of my new favourites, "The Waterslide", included in this book, is a perfect example. There are differences from these printed versions to the ones you hear on the radio or podcast. There are extra paragraphs that were obviously cut for time during the broadcast. There are certain sentences that are slightly different. These differences make it worth revisiting these stories in printed form, even if (like me), you have as many Vinyl Cafe podcasts saved as possible. Each time a new book of Vinyl Cafe stories comes out, it's always better than the last. This one continues that tradition. After so many years of Vinyl Cafe stories, it's hard to believe that McLean can still keep them fresh. Yet, incredibly, they still are! In this series, there's more traveling: to Quebec City, where young Sam learns to bridge cultural gaps through the language of love, to Montreal where Dave finds out that the old stately Westmount homes can be dangerous and to Cape Breton, where Dave grew up and learns that his 80 year-old mother decides to marry again. McLean has a real talent for turning innocuous events into hilarious and sometimes outrageous tales. There is a tenderness and an appreciation for the simple things in life that make these stories truly memorable and deeply human. So what of the Extreme? Well, admittedly McLean wasn't really listening when his editor proposed the idea... and extreme sensations isn't really what the Vinyl Cafe is about. But consider: the fastest roller coaster in Toronto, bungee jumping off the side of a cruise ship, and a two story home-made water slide - there are some extreme moments and guaranteed laughter. Thank you, McLean, for creating a Canadian tradition. keine Rezensionen | Rezension hinzufügen
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If you ask them, Dave and Morley's friends will tell you that no matter how long you've known people, they can still surprise you. After all, no one expects to see a grown man dive into the trunk of his car to chase a rat. And despite what they may claim, few people are actually prepared to have their backyard, never mind their twelve-year-old son, shoot to stardom on YouTube's Most Watched Videos. And yes the sight of an 87-year-old bungee-jumping off a cruise ship is...unusual. But well-wishers at the Vinyl Cafe will advise you to be philosophical about such things. No matter who sends a volley of nails through your truck window, which mannequin is disrobed or how green your skin turns when your mom leaves town, life marches on. In Extreme Vinyl Cafe bestselling author Stuart McLean regales us with the wild impulses, and extreme behaviours of Canada's favourite characters at the Vinyl Cafe. Keine Bibliotheksbeschreibungen gefunden. |
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