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epicpseudonym's review
1.0
There is an undeniably deep message in this book, but I have to admit that it isn't my taste. Despite it being just over 100 pages, it took me weeks to read. I would begin one of the short chapters and no matter the time of day, I would struggle to keep my eyes open long enough to finish. If you're looking for an escape, I wouldn't recommend this book. However, if you are looking for something real, relaxing, and descriptive---then by all means dive in. Definitely a book in contrast with modern life.
lirewoodis's review
5.0
For anyone that has suffered a loss too young, Andy Catlett’s story of the death of his namesake will bring a tear to your eye. Unanswered questions, anger, and grief that are a living presence for this family are laid out through Wendell Berry’s exquisite prose. His ability to sanctify what all we’ve lost is on full display here.
brb_reads's review against another edition
4.0
Not my favorite of his so far but I still love getting to know all the characters that Wendell Berry is willing to introduce me to. Such simple and beautiful writing. You know you’ve found a favorite author when you want to pick up another by him right away.
indianajane's review
emotional
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
bourbonandabook's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
aftern00nified's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
collierkeithj's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.5
bobbo49's review against another edition
4.0
This is the story of young Andrew Catlett, whose later life is told in Remembering. Here, young Andy is growing up in the light of his wild uncle Andrew - his father's brother - until the uncle is killed when Andy is almost 10. And then Andy must rebuild his vision of the world, and his understanding of his uncle, as he decides the path he will choose. Although the book follows Remembering in the series, I do wish I had read it before - it helps provide some deeper background for the choices Andy faces in his later years.