Nobody's Perfect
- 752 pages
- 27 hours of reading
In this "big, fat, entertaining and informative book" ("San Jose Mercury News"), "New Yorker" film critic Lane delivers his trademark wit, satire, and outstanding cultural insight.
Anthony Lane Books
Anthony Lane, a film critic for The New Yorker, approaches cinema with a distinctive blend of sharp wit and insightful analysis. His writing is celebrated for its intelligence, humor, and a profound understanding of the art form. Through his reviews, Lane offers readers not just evaluations of films, but also thoughtful reflections on broader cultural and artistic contexts.
Beatrix Potter : The extraordinary life of a Victorian genius
- 608 pages
- 22 hours of reading
Beatrix Potter's books are adored by millions, but they were just one aspect of an extraordinary life. This captivating biography brings us the passionate, unconventional woman behind the beloved stories: a gifted artist and shrewd businesswoman; a pioneering scientific researcher; a powerful landowner who conserved acres of Lakeland countryside; a daughter who defied her parents with her first tragically short engagement and who, finally was given a second chance of love and happiness.