Hey guys! Natalie Cherie here. If you're an avid reader or just like to think about literature then Novel Thoughts is for you. I am an ever-increasing nerd, and am both a Anglophile and Japanophile. I'm a creative non-fiction essayist, avid reader, and deep conversationalist. I love having new experiences and learning new things, so, basically, I'm potentially interested in everything.
Anyway, I'm ready to talk, think, and grow my interests with all of you. Talk to you soon!
It's so interesting to see how certain elements were diluted down to just one line in the TV adaptation (which I admittedly love). For instance, the disagreement between Strange and Norrell on whether women should do magic just comes down to one line from Strange in episode 6: "I shall teach all the women and all the poor men magic." I guess that's how it turns out when you put 1000 pages into 7 1-hour long episodes.
Just watched the movie, loved it. Being a math and science guy I was never able to properly analyze literature to the satisfaction of my English teachers. I was fascinated by the manner in which they made the simple into something much more rich and complex. I always had a secret crush on my English teachers, creepy ‘ey? You’re in the same league as my bygone English teachers. You’re so damn articulate and intelligent I find find you incredibly attractive … especially the way you pronounce “button”. PS: I’m not, I repeat, not, a stalker :)
Great job! One additional point: Hardy is steeped in biblical symbolism, where Bathsheba is the woman whose beauty drove King David to very rash behavior--specifically, the murder of her husband. 2 Samuel 11.
Excellent point! I so appreciate this comment. I dropped this channel after going to graduate school for literature, religion, and culture, and you're comment is making me wonder if I should jump back in.
Hi, just found your channel. It's great to hear your views on this book. Your sharing is so insightful and thoughtful. I've read The Mayor of Casterbridge and Under the Greenwood Tree this summer. Must say TMOC is truly a magnum opus! It's my plan to read FFTMC this month and very excited about it! Hope you're well and have fun reading !😀
I'm in love with this book. I reread it recently and loved it even more. We have very similar views on what makes it such an unforgettable novel. Thomas Hardy's writing is beautiful, I love the psychological depth of his characters, as the plot is extremely unique and the complex and realistic construction of his female figure. Like you, Gabriel Oak is my favorite character, there is something very special and rare about his personality and the archetype of romantic hero he represents. And I loved the mature and modern way in which Hardy describes in the end the only kind of love that lasts and resists the harsh reality of everyday life. Anyway, to be read and reread for a lifetime.
We studied this book for my GCSE's nearly 10 years ago and it's stayed with me since. The film (with Julie Christie) is also really good. The newer version didn't quite get the character of Bathsheba right in my opinion.
I like the 1967 adaptation, but it has two very serious problems: a hasty ending and the director's clear obsession with Troy. It seems he didn't know who the main male character is. I liked the recent version more, despite cutting a lot, I feel that the focus is more in line with Hardy's novel, but it is a matter of preference.
I think the film adaptation is incredible, but I'll stay away from saying whether it was as good as the book or not. My approach is to keep books and films in separate boxes when it comes to critique since they are totally different mediums with their own strengths and weaknesses. However, I definitely think you should watch it to formulate your own opinion. Definitely worth the time.
Okay, it looks like you aren't doing these videos any more, which is unfortunate for me, as I've enjoyed this video and your review of "The Elegance of the Hedgehog." But I have added you as a friend at Goodreads (if you'd rather not "friend," I'll still follow your reviews) and Pinterest so I can keep up with your insights on books.
I'm thinking I might try to pick this up again. I started a master's program, which is why I stopped and I'd have to get the equipment, but I'd like to start back up for sure.
It's been a while since I've been on my account. Sorry for missing your question. I'm sure you've come to an answer to your question yourself, but just in case. This quote is a reflection by the narrator in chapter four, I believe (page 34 in the Kindle version). It's said in reference to Farmer Oak falling in love with Bathsheba.
+mysteryloaf I hadn't read or seen Macbeth before reading it, so it is possible to enjoy it anyway. But I was also quite the Shakespeare buff in every other way, so I got along. Needless to say, I think reviewing Macbeth is a great idea!
Personally, I think Andrew Jackson was one of the greatest presidents of all time and if memory serves he was the only president to pay off the national debt in it's entirety.. Jackson also abolished the "Foreign Controlled" Central bank.. If we had more presidents like Jackson, America wouldn't be in the mess it's in now.. The only reason Jackson is under attack now by the media and the establishment is because of his stance against the bankers and because most liberals do not know their history.. Ps. Nice book haul and I really enjoyed your video, keep up the good work..
I am godawful with fountain pens. I tried to write a poem as a gift one year and I used up five pieces of paper before I gave up and wrote with a normal pen haha. I've failed so hard.
+CravingBooks haha, that's what I'm worried about. I still need to sit down and try it out, but I'm really hoping that I won't be terrible at it since I've so thoroughly romanticized the concept. :)
Welcome to BookTube! I am really looking forward to watching more of your videos, since you seem to have a great range of interests when it comes to reading, but your interest in classics is really something I enjoy seeing and am glad is making its way into the BookTube community a bit better. Happy Reading! :) -Josh
Literary Gladiators Thank you! I am excited to talk more about my interest in classic novels as well since that has seemed a bit of a gap among the book tubers I've subscribed to. :)
Novel Thoughts I agree about there being a bit of a gap, though I feel that everyone holds an intent to read more works that are deemed classics or just fall under the category of literary fiction. The great things about channels like yours are that they encourage people to do so. I just love the feeling that comes with inspiring someone to read something you picked up or enjoyed! :)
Literary Gladiators I certainly hope that is what my channel accomplishes. I actually decided to do a channel because so many people I know were asking about ways to get started with classic literature, so I agree with you regarding people's intent. I also love that feeling, but even more so, I love helping people find ways to continue learning through literature because that, after all, is the reason that I love reading.
Novel Thoughts It is nice to know that a handful of people were enthusiastic about getting back into reading literature and that is what brought you here. It is great to be able to learn through literature, but most importantly how literature helps you think better.
***** Thank you! I know right; I love book collecting and frankly I don't think I could ever have enough books, let alone beautiful, artistic renditions.
