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| 2023 Classic Re-Read: Emma |
I am an avid proponent of re-reading.
I believe deeply that if a book isn't worth reading twice, it isn't worth reading once.
My time is so valuable. So precious.
When I read, I am seeking to be entertained or to touch the sublime- all else is folly.
I'm ONLY here for the 5 star ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ reads. Nothing else will do.
I don't need to be a large part of the cultural conversation about currently published literature.
My degrees are NOT in literature. I do NOT care if someone else deems me "Well Read" or not.
I've heard it all:
"Why would you waste your time reading Proust? It is so meandering and boring"
"Wow, you've read Proust! That's amazing."
"Jane Austen is so boring. I just don't get how people love the boring teacup drama. Who can even understand her anyway."
"Austen is timeless. She's the best writer I've ever read."
See where I'm going?
You have to read for yourself. YOUR own taste. What calls to YOU.
If you don't, you have a racked up list of novels that didn't excite you, and all you're left with it the fact that "people" can say you've read good stuff? Or not, depending on to whom you're speaking.
ALL of that to say :).... Emma is my spring re-read. I'm in the mood for some nosey, messy, Austen drama followed up by a light screen adaptation.
As with all re-reads, I know the story. There's no need to rush it. Emma will live alongside all of the other novels I have slotted for my Spring reads, and I'll most likely set a chapter goal.
There are 3 Volumes, but if I'm honest, once I get into the novel, I will probably keep going. That's the Austen way.
She gets you into the drama and she is so darn funny, you can't look away.
Happy Springtime re-reading to you slow living friends. 🌸
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