June 07, 2006
books and secret hiding places

I spent several hours sitting on the floor in Mrs. Dalloway's, one of my new favourite bookshops. I slowly flipped the pages of many books, including a new one about artist's houses, a book of essay's by Pablo Neruda, the artist's mentor (which had some wonderful quotes), and a small volume about the love of bookstores. None of which I bought, though now I wish I had. But alas, I am trying to lighten my load before the move. So I settled for a postcard from the store which I glued into my journal, so when I look at it I will recall my afternoon spent there. There is nothing like a bookstore where the books are handpicked by an avid reader and the staff talk excitedly about books all day long. I should know, I used to work in one of the best. (secret note: If you look at the photo on the front page of the site it might intrest you to know that the painting "opens" to reveal a secret cupboard behind it. The whole store was designed this way. Mr. Hoare has excellent taste in paintings and several of them are original group of seven pieces.)

Posted by kerismith at June 07, 2006 11:42 AM
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Amen Foucault.

Posted by: Buffy on June 15, 2006 12:56 PM

I always enjoy your tidbits and quotes. Just a question, if you will: what Foucault piece or book is this quote from? It's actually surprisingly personal and hopeful compared to the stuff of his I've read. thanks!

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Posted by: Kir on June 13, 2006 02:30 PM

i love this quote...it's probably true for any artistic endevor, that the process is what makes the end result so amazing and beautiful! i hope to always be changing and becoming...
~mindy

Posted by: my pink sky on June 11, 2006 10:14 PM

Ok, so I love the blog. But just this question - how can we go on searching for individual happiness when there is SO MUCH wrong in the world? Is not all the focus inward just a distraction from more important issues?

Posted by: Jessica on June 9, 2006 05:21 PM

Hi Keri,
I stumbled upon your blog through my cousin's blog, trudesign, and I really enjoy all of the inspiration. I like all the handwritten entries and lots of ideas. I thought I should tell you I've added your link to my page. Nice site!

Posted by: Nikkita on June 8, 2006 05:19 PM

thank you for that great quote. i don't know how but you always seem to touch on a subject that is currently relevant to my situation. these past few days i've been starring at my manuscript in horror as it has taken on a life of its own and it certainly wasn't what i had in mind when i first began.

the big antiquarian bookstore on brattle street in downtown boston is one of my favorites. the owner knows me by name and interest, that is how often i visit. there is nothing more soothing that sitting amongs piles of books.

Posted by: -- j on June 8, 2006 04:28 PM

Nicholas Hoare's bookstore in Toronto IS special. So quaint with a good selection of books on art, cooking and travel. Tuscany Artists Homes by Sgaravatti and Ciampi is really beautiful. It makes me want to pack up my bags and buy a one-way ticket to Italy!

Posted by: susanna's sketchbook on June 8, 2006 11:20 AM

I love Nicholas Hoare. Just a few days ago I went to the one near where I work in Montreal and bough the last three issues of McSweeney's. It doesn't get any better than NH in Montreal.

Posted by: Lil on June 8, 2006 09:03 AM

Wish I was in CA to visit Mrs. Dalloway's. Some of my favorite things in one place. Thanks for the link.

Posted by: a on June 7, 2006 07:32 PM

I didn't know that. Thanks.

Posted by: Cam on June 7, 2006 04:04 PM

He died of AIDS.

Posted by: eliane on June 7, 2006 03:40 PM

Eliane, how did the game end for Michel Foucault?

Keri, I'm having a bad day but I always feel better when I notice you've posted something new. Thank you!

Posted by: Cam on June 7, 2006 03:19 PM

Ahhh... I always wondered what bookstore you worked in, when you lived here! Lucky you! Nicholas Hoare is indeed one of the best. I get dizzy with joy every time I enter that place.

Posted by: patricia on June 7, 2006 03:04 PM

Well, we all know how the game ended for Michel Foucault!

Posted by: eliane on June 7, 2006 12:19 PM

keri-
is this post a scan of the postcard you bought? just wondering...
love,
maureen

Posted by: maureen on June 7, 2006 12:11 PM
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