A book of apercus, i.e., brief comments or references that makes an entertaining or illuminating point, framed around the Pillow Book of Sei Shonagon, a book apparently famous for its lists. An illustrative example: DishearteningHonorable mention. Spider veins. Wet socks. A half-hearted massage. No coin for a fountain. Fine dining at the mall. Passport pictures.Petting … Continue reading Book Review: A Pillow Book by Suzanne Buffam