Whilst traipsing about the Crescent City, we stepped down Pirate's Alley and visited Faulkner House Books (As a good Southern girl, I'm contractually obligated to make pilgrimages to literary holy sites.).
What a delightful little shop! The walls are lined with shelves all the way up to the high ceiling, except for a few spots where Faulkner memorobilia is displayed.
I didn't get a picture of this, but there was another small display (on the wall just to the left) showcasing other Southern greats, including a handwritten letter from Flannery O'Connor (it was addressed "Dear Bill," in reference to William Freaking Faulkner. Isn't that wild?!?).
The shelves are lined with an eclectic collection of books--much more interesting than your typical Barnes A Million type fare. MBG and I had a wonderful time examining the offerings. If you ever get the chance to visit this gorgeous shop, I heartily recommend you do so.
I was already planning to blog about my visit to Faulkner House Books, but, you guys, when I opened the door, magic happened:
The display facing the door contained Austen and other nineteenth century British novels. Some of my favorite books, in a Southern literary landmark--it was so very, very me. And that little gem on top there, did you spot it? Jane Austen's Guide to Good Manners: Compliments, Charades, & Horrible Blunders, by Josephine Ross and Henrietta Webb. I saw it. I gasped. I snatched. I purchased.
And now I'm giving it to you.
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| And the fancy bookmark, too! |
If you'd like to have this charming book delivered to your door, here's how to enter:
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4. Entries will be accepted until 11:59 PM EST on Sunday, June 19. On Monday, I will select a winner using the Random Number Generator.
That's THREE possible chances to win! I'm so excited to share this fun find with one of you. Good luck!
Enter me ;) What a lovely shop!! Looks just like the kind of place I would love to visit and stay awhile. Glad you had a good trip can't wait to hear more.
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I'm here 'cause your Mom sent me...don't know if you remember your Mom's crazy friend from high school. Love Faulkner and all southern writers, but wanted to recommend someone I know your Mom would love -- William Sharpe a.k.a. Fiona Macleod. You can find most of the works from the Celtic revival at the website:
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Let me know what you think!