Welcome To this Edition of “Books To Be Read By The Fireplace”
Time is the most precious commodity that we possess as a human beings. The simple fact that you are spending a few of those precious minutes with me, speaks volumes. From time to time, I do bring you a book review. This time around I thought I would bring to the table a few suggestions that I believe to be required reading.
This I will call:
The Essential Preppy Reading Library, or to simplify it “E.L.”
Some of these might be familiar and maybe some of these you have only heard about but have never read. I only recommend books that I have read and do own. I also realize that some of you have e-readers, I suggest that you resist the temptation to buy and read these on-line or with a reader. Go out and buy a hard or soft back cover. Reading is one of the most quintessential traits of the WASP and Preppy. Reading is a very tactual experience, the feel, the weight, the smell is all part of the experience also they make great door stops and shims when necessity calls. They are not listed in any particular order as I feel that equal weight must be given to each.
Emily Post’s and Amy Vanderbilt’s books on Etiquette
Dale Carnegie’s How To Win Friends and Influence People
Harry G. Frankfurt’s On Bullshit
Tad Friend’s Cheerful Money
The Holy Bible, the family edition
George Howe Colt’s The Big House
The last two on this short list are:
J.D. Salinger’s The Catcher In The Rye
Now to round out this group of eight:
Sarah Vowell’s The Wordy Shipmates.
Thank you for letting me share my thoughts about what I believe are just a few of the many books that are a must in The Essential Preppy Reading Library.
Until next time.
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You see, this is why I enjoy your site. In the rubble of sites that only show preppy clothing, it is refreshing to finally read about something other than pink and green. Finally someone who understands the basic principle of continually challenging one’s own mind. If I may my good man, to interject just one more read to your fine list-F. Scott Fitzgerald’s THE GREAT GATSBY.
Yes, you certainly may, as long as it holds no more sway that any of the other eight.
That is the point, some books will always be our personal favorites, it is however, up to you to decide for yourself which ones speak to you the most.
An excellent list Bumby, although I must acknowledge struggling with Cheerful Money, very surprising considering the subject matter and Mr. Friend’s skill. Someday you must tell me if you enjoy Ayn Rand or James Carroll…?
Hope all of your reads are enjoyable,
tp
Excellent reading list Bumby. I have read all of the above with the exception of Tad Friend’s “Cheerful Money,” which has been on my to read list almost a year. Hopefully, I will read it this summer by the pool and dreaming up new projects.
One can only hope
Oh, great reading and I spy a couple I should add to my collection! Thanks for the recommendations.
Bella, You are quite welcome