I fall into historical rabbit holes, which are the best kind to fall into! I had so much fun reading about the Titanic a few years back. Also reading about Wade McClusky and the battle at Midway. After that, I went head-first into military history, mainly the Korean War and Mao’s China. I’ve since had to stop reading such books, because after giving birth, my emotions just cannot handle war books…
Anyway! I recently found this book AND I’M LOVING IT!!
Yes, I read mostly on Kindle. I know you book-sniffers out there love the scent of books 😁 but 1: history books begin at least at 500 pages and that’s very heavy, and 2: I have to read on-the-go because I’m a mom to an active child who doesn’t know the meaning of “tired” 🥰
I first heard about trips to Antarctica from an old Spanish song from the 80’s. I was a child then, 6 years old, and I was engrossed by the adventures that were sung about in such a passionate manner. (I’ll post the song below in case you want to hear it.)
The book just happened to be on sale, so it was a pretty random purchase, but I’m so glad I bought it. Ever since reading Treasure Island, I’ve been so interested in reading about sea voyages. I find myself looking forward to having some quiet time when I can sneak away and read about Roald Amundsen, Adrien de Gerlache, and other brave adventurers of the time 💖
Just like my Titanic phase (on my old blog), I might come back and write more about this adventure, but it will take some time because the book is 500 pages. Right now, I’m just enjoying learning about a part of history that’s a little easier on my heart than WWII or Mao’s China.
Do you like to read history? Are you a paperback sniffer??? 😁 LoL
Take care and God bless,
✿ Lovely Panda Mom ✿
☝️ This song is about a different crew, the English who failed on being the first on the race to Antarctica. It’s about Wilson, Scott, Evans, and Oates.
Jasmine Faith 
Bonafide book sniffer here 💁🏻♀️ I’m not as big a history reader. I love fantasy and have been in the mystery thriller genre lately! I can’t read on kindle, I do try though. Reading is hard with 3 kiddos.
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I do see the appeal, especially when I walk into a used book store and it has that cozy smell 😊📚 Oh yes, I imagine it’s much harder with 3 kids! What a blessing, though ❤️✨
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LOL, at book-sniffers…that’s me. I can read on kindle, but don’t prefer it. I’ve been slacking on my reading lately. I mostly read urban fiction, but I’ve been trying to venture off into different genres. I bought the books, just haven’t read them; not enough time in a day.
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Hehehe they do have a cozy sort of smell 🤗📚 Not enough time in the day is so right! And I think urban fiction is one of the few genres I haven’t tried yet, but I’m curious. They were really popular back when I worked at Barnes and Noble.
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They are very entertaining so that’s why I read them. I’m going to challenge myself to read outside that genre this year, at least one book. Any recommendations?
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I just read The Echo of Old Books by Barbara Davis. It’s somewhat historical (set in the 40’s and 80’s) and very slow-paced, but these days I’m so tired that slow-paced was nice to read 😊
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I just looked it up and it has some good reviews. I might try that out. Thank you!
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Happy reading! 😊😊😊
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I do enjoy history, and I’m in a book club where most prefer historical fiction so we’re read some good ones recently! I used to love the smell of books, but when I learned the musty smell was due to mold, I switched to an e-reader and have come to love it.
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Oh I didn’t know that! Mold, interesting. Historical fiction is so much fun ❤️ I don’t read enough of those, I should 😊
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I like history, a lot! I mostly read hard copies, I find that I retain info better that way. Enjoy the hunt!
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Isn’t history fascinating! 😊📚 I wish I could keep hardcovers. They look beautiful in bookshelves ✨🪴
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Thanks for sharing the adventurous book your reading, I will check it out sometime.
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Greetings, I used to have physical books. I now have primarily converted now to electronic books. I read Kindle books but not on a Kindle Reader. I use my laptop or my iPhone.
I do my Bible research on Logos software. I love it because of its usefulness.
Shalom.
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I used to have physical books too, they just got very inconvenient when moving. I’ve heard a lot about that software! Interesting.
How are you feeling today? 😊 Did your surgery go well?
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Apparently, there was some complication with the surgery on Tuesday. I have fractures in the 4th and 5th metacarpal bones in my hand. He was able to put a plate on the 5th metacarpal. He was not able, at that time, to do anything with the 4th metacarpal fracture as it is up near my joint. He needs to assess whether to attempt another surgical intervention or not. Hence the urgency of a return assessment next week on Wednesday.
God is good and in a good mood. I am learning a log through all of this.
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Oh, I’m sorry to hear that.
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I love history too; historical fiction is my favorite genre–as long as the author sets the story accurately within the events of the time. You might enjoy The Boys in the Boat by Daniel James Brown. Though I knew little about rowing teams, this book grabbed me. And Brown definitely did his research! P.S. For the record, I’m another book sniffer! 😁
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Thanks for the recommendation! I’ll be adding it to my list 😊 haha I guess there’s just something very comforting about the smell of books 📚😊
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It’s amazing that you find time to read long books! 😊 I prefer non fiction too and from time to time fiction. I do like the feel of a book rather than a tablet but I also understand the need to be pragmatic with a little one.
Love fireplace photos by the way!
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It’s not as much time as before, but a few minutes here and there adds up 😊📚 And thank you! It’s the only place in the house not full of baby stuff 😅😁
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“Dreaming of the faraway adventures of brave men…” Oh gosh, this is an amazing post!!! You know, as someone who also loves reading history, I’ve never thought to explore the mariner genre. I looooove anything about the seas, so this was very helpful to me! It’s so cool that you also like this genre! I love to live vicariously through such tales… 💙💖 Love your photos!!! It very much captures your book-loving essence.
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Thank you 😊 Yes oh my gosh this book has been amazing so far, and I’m not even halfway through it 😱 I think you’d love it 🙌
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