The 52 Weeks Project

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A few years ago I tried this thing where I read a book a week (roughly) for 30 weeks, and then tried to share my thoughts on the book once done.

Trying something similar again this year, only for longer. Starting on January 2 to avoid the curse that dooms all new year resolutions ;-)

To start with, I am re-reading a book that I absolutely loved the first time I read it - Three Men In A Boat by Jerome K Jerome (to say nothing of the dog of course).


Here's hoping I don't laugh too hard in public spaces!

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