Saturday, 30 July 2011

Reading Icons: Belle

I thought it was about time I dedicated one of these posts to the icon who inspired this blog - or the name of it, at least. I'm so jealous of Belle's library. It's just one example of Disney setting me up with unrealistic expectations of men - I mean, who gives a freaking LIBRARY as a gift?! Only the greatest prince ever. Except for, y'know, the whole holding Belle captive thing. But I prefer not to dwell on unpleasantness. Look! Pretty pictures!








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17 comments:

  1. Buzzed Sweetness30 July 2011 at 03:08

    I love Beauty and the Beast...and I remember when I first watched it after I became obsessed with reading.

    Let's just say I used some colorful language and my sister laughed at my jealousy to a Disney character.

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  2. Jen D. @ Not Now...I'm Reading!30 July 2011 at 04:01

    Awww...one of my fave Disney movies ever. I just saw it the other day. Thanks for highlighting Belle.

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  3. Angela's Anxious Life30 July 2011 at 04:01

    I love this post! I had no idea your blog was named after Belle from Beauty and the Beast I thought it was your name! CUTE CUTE


    Angie

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  4. Hanna @ Booking in Heels30 July 2011 at 04:23

    Haha, I actually watched this the other day and then promptly downloaded the Belle song.

    Look there she goes,
    that girl is so peculiar.
    I wonder if she's feeling well.
    With a dreamy far off look,
    and her nose stuck in a book.
    What a puzzle to the rest of us, this Belle.

    Who can't relate to that!?

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  5. Jenny30 July 2011 at 06:13

    I remember that library scene so well. I get all fluttery just thinking about it.

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  6. Jen (@ Jens Book Closet)30 July 2011 at 06:34

    That's one of my favorite parts about that movie. That and the snowball throwing scene. And, he totally might hold her captive, but he lets her go...!!! And he has amazing eyes and as a plus, he never bites her or anything...so he snarls a bit, what man doesn't. Beast is the bomb.

    Jen
    In the Closet With a Bibliophile

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  7. Alyssa30 July 2011 at 07:45

    That library is awesome... *sigh*

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  8. Anonymous30 July 2011 at 08:59

    Who wouldn't fall in love with the Beast after a magnificent surprise like that??? It makes me swoon and green with envy every time I see that scene.

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  9. TheJennaGirl30 July 2011 at 10:58

    LOVE!

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  10. Anonymous30 July 2011 at 12:17

    Gorgeous! Didn't realise this was the inspiration for your moniker.

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  11. Sam (Tiny Library)31 July 2011 at 01:30

    This was my favourite film as a child, Belle is hands down the best Disney princess! I love the part at the beginning when she the bookseller is trying to persuade her to read a new book but she just wants to read an old favourite :)

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  12. Olga31 July 2011 at 10:25

    Love, love, love Beauty & the Beast. It's the absolute favorite of mine. That picture of Belle on the ladder in the bookshop made me wish more than anything for a library large enough to require a ladder to get to the top shelves. Thanks for the post and all the pictures!

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  13. Nic @ Irresistible Reads31 July 2011 at 14:01

    Beauty & The Beast is my favourite Disney classic. Love Belle, love these pics :)

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  14. Small Review2 August 2011 at 03:17

    I've been totally ruined for personal libraries because of that movie. Nothing will compare to Belle's gigantic library. Beast scored himself some major points with that one.

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  15. MK27 August 2011 at 13:39

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  16. MK27 August 2011 at 13:45

    I really love 'Beauty and the Beast'! One of my Disney favourites for sure! Btw, your blog is very interesting. Glad i came over it :)

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  17. Anonymous7 October 2011 at 00:24

    Belle is the best princess. Ever! <3 Thanks for showing her off :)

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