The iconic house : architectural masterworks since 1900 by Dominic Bradbury.
Features one hundred of the most important and influential architect-designed houses from around the world. First, 20 important houses are shown, followed by another 80 influential houses. Approximately 4 Australian homes are included. Some pages have floorplans included. Easy to read without using architectural jargon.
Author of Julie/Julia. Memoir of author, follows on from her previous book, however now her marriage is incrisis, she is in the midst of a torrid love affair and she becomes obsessed with butchery. Follows her journey discovering the art of butchery, which has no parallels to her personal life. Lots of good information on how to butcher meat if you are interested and the author takes romance advice from Spike in ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ ie Love you from your eyeballs to your entrails…Could give it a miss. (Audio version).
Ultramarathon man: 50 marathons, 50 states, 50 days by Dean Karnazes.
Jen recommends this inspirational / motivational DVD which follows endurance athlete and best selling author Dean Karnazes, in his attempt to run 50 marathons in 50 states in 50 consecutive days to raise awareness for youth obesity and to get America active.
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