Well, I’ve made it to the end of my “Twelve Days of Christmas” streak, and let me tell you, this last trio of True Love gifts has been a challenge. Regarding the song, I can’t imagine what anyone would do with ten jumping lords, eleven pipers and twelve drummers – it sounds so messy and noisy, in my opinion. Regarding the column, would you be surprised to learn that jumping lords and pipeworkers are not well represented in the book world? the challenge? Yes, but there is no need to worry. If you’ve been following “Check It Out” this month, you’ll remember that I advised in Part 1 of this series that readers would need to “keep the flow.” So, let the flow begin.
- Born to Drum: The Truth About the World’s Greatest Drummer – From John Bonham and Keith Moon to Sheila E and Dave Grohl, directed by Tony Burrell.
You might not want a dozen drummers to descend on your family during the Christmas festivities, but a book about real drummers might be the perfect vacation read. No Swiping Around the Bush: This book celebrates all things squash.
- “Clanlands: Whiskey, War, and an Unparalleled Scottish Adventure” by Sam Heughan and Graham McTavish.
Piper and bagpipe – looks good fit. Someday I would like to visit Scotland (I have genealogy links); In the meantime, I can experience my homeland through the adventures of others such as Sam Heughan and Graham McTavish. The Campbells are coming, tra la, la…
- “DIY Industrial Pipe Furniture and Decor: Creative Projects for Every Room in Your Home” by James Angus.
If you can’t find the pipes, the pipe will have to do – any book on interior design with industrial pipes. Check out this unique guide, and get creative with cylinders and tubes.
- The Book All About Drums Rock with CD: From basic rock beats and solo beats to solos and drums—everything you need to perform like the pros by Eric Starr.
Do you walk to the beat of a different drummer? Maybe you need some drum lessons. Or, if you’re the do-it-yourself learner, perhaps you need to get down into your groove and review this book from the library. As the title states, “Everything you need to perform like a pro.”