Chicagoist: It's Not Easy Being

timmy

Fri, 05 Jan 2007 19:32:03 -0600

I love Greene too. Thezenarcher, I think that even if readers aren't as familiar with political/military context, it will be just as relevant today as it probably was then.

Kevin

Fri, 05 Jan 2007 18:50:22 -0600

I hope I was the one that seconded this book! I love Greene, and like Hemmingway find his work to both moving and introspective. I am looking forward to your review!

Thezenarcher

Fri, 05 Jan 2007 12:38:51 -0600

This has been one of my all-time Top Ten since I read it aeons ago (I'm an old, old man) the first of many times. Present-day readers may be less familiar with the military/political context of the day, but if you have a pulse, it simply won't matter: read purely as a love story, The Quiet American will break your heart. I'm thrilled at the choice and kudos to The Decider -- of the book, that is, not the other one... you know...

John

Fri, 05 Jan 2007 12:36:09 -0600

Get a room!

Margaret

Fri, 05 Jan 2007 12:02:56 -0600

I'm excited to read it, completely looking forward to it. I'm never sure whether I should call out the commenter who suggested the book, I never know if they want to be called out or not. Either way, thanks!

ChicagoJman

Fri, 05 Jan 2007 11:41:02 -0600

As the dude who suggested The Quiet American yesterday, I'd just like to say excellent choice. It's the best thing I've read in years.