Category Archives: Books

A book review for “Under the Black Flag”.

Avast mateys, there be treasure in this here book! About six weeks ago I posted my autumn reading list. You can see it here: https://www.mrvintageman.com/mrvintagemans-autumn-reading-list-for-2024. One of the books on list, called Enemies of All, was about pirates. I had … Continue reading

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MrVintageMan’s autumn reading list for 2024

‘A man ought to read just as inclination leads him; for what he reads as a task will do him little good.’ Samuel Johnson Musings on seasonal reading Before we get to my list, let me expound on my thoughts … Continue reading

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Two (!) book reviews: The Olympian Affair & Dragon Hunter: Roy Chapman Andrews

On New Years Day, I set myself a modest goal of reading 24 books in the upcoming year. Man, I have been on a tear lately. I have already finished 17 books this winter. I can usually read much faster … Continue reading

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