It's not surprising, after all it is in my opinion, the most accessible of his novels.
It's not surprising, after all it is in my opinion, the most accessible of his novels.
the luminous grass of the prairie hides
feet lovely and still as sleeping doves,
porcelain bones strong enough to carry a life,
but weighty and unmovable
As black Dakota hills. ~ Riesa
Drole.
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I just can't quite get over the fact that someone thinks Slowness is his most accessible work. It's an odd little book with no point really, it seems strange that whoever said that would pick it over The Unbearable Lightness of Being or even The Joke that have a much more classic and cohesive narrative. I promise, I'll stop talking about that now.
the luminous grass of the prairie hides
feet lovely and still as sleeping doves,
porcelain bones strong enough to carry a life,
but weighty and unmovable
As black Dakota hills. ~ Riesa
Right. Well your opinion may mean something to yourself, but surly someone elses may mean much more to them than to you. If you catch the drift.
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Going out to buy the book right now. I hope that there isn't a voting streak on another title.
"I am glad to learn my friend that you had not yet submitted yourself to any of the mouldy laws of Literature."
-John Muir
"My candle burns at both ends; It will not last the night; But ah, my foes, and oh, my friends - It gives a lovely light"
-Edna St. Vincent Millay
Goodness. I wanted to read and vote for Unbearable Lightness of Being. But the truth is I am not sure if I will be able to participate. I wonder if I should just go ahead and vote for it and be optimistic. After all, my current readings aren't that easy of reads....I probably shouldn't add a third on top of my school work.
"So heaven meets earth like a sloppy wet kiss, and my heart turns violently inside of my chest, I don't have time to maintain these regrets, when I think about, the way....He loves us..."
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Originally Posted by Idril
I just can't quite get over the fact that someone thinks Slowness is his most accessible work. It's an odd little book with no point really, it seems strange that whoever said that would pick it over The Unbearable Lightness of Being or even The Joke that have a much more classic and cohesive narrative. I promise, I'll stop talking about that now.I'm afraid I don't catch your drift (you'll excuse me for responding to a comment not originally directed at me). Idril is one of the more amiable and knowledgeable members here - she is clearly a prodigious reader who takes the time to discuss her percipient views on the large body of varied literature she has thus far consumed.
Her opinion means a lot to other members (not just myself, I'm sure).
Notice her convivial clarification here (you may have missed it):
If you somehow feel threatened or smarted that she produced a sentiment contrary to your supplied one, you may safely let that feeling go.
Even after taking away the fact that her muses are worthy of such merit, your intimation that your "direct quote" is in any way more legitimate than her considered opinion is crass. Of course someone's opinion may mean more to themselves than anothers - there are a lot of ignorant people out there who are unable to consider a viewpoint which differs from their own. How does this fact lessen Idril's contribution (one which, again, I will value highly)? She gave a reasoning for the conclusion at which she had arrived - much more than one can say of your interestingly unattributed "direct quote."
Please don't be deterred, Idril -
“As Kingfishers catch fire, dragonflies draw flame . . .”
Why disqualify the rush? I'm tabled. I'm tabled.
I was thinking there's no reason to vote now but heck I ususally vote for the underdog (and polly purebred
Do, or do not. There is no try. - Yoda
I won't.
the luminous grass of the prairie hides
feet lovely and still as sleeping doves,
porcelain bones strong enough to carry a life,
but weighty and unmovable
As black Dakota hills. ~ Riesa
This is the problem with communication via web. I was misunderstood by you Idril and shoutgrace, and I do apologize, especially if I did indeed offend Idril. I will have nothing further to say on my behalf. Your Words were quite enough, Shoutgrace.
Asa
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Currently reading
Ethan Frome
Portrait of an artist.....again*sigh*
I'm hoping to be able to participate in the book club again and since I've already borrowed the winning book, I voted for it, too.
I have a plan: attack!
I ve started reading. I must say its an intriguing read after the Eng Lit I ve been handling over the years.
The last translated book I read was Crime and Punishment.
Im finding the opening philosophy part leading into what I assume will be the fiction quite a challenge.
It doesn't last very long AF
"I am glad to learn my friend that you had not yet submitted yourself to any of the mouldy laws of Literature."
-John Muir
"My candle burns at both ends; It will not last the night; But ah, my foes, and oh, my friends - It gives a lovely light"
-Edna St. Vincent Millay
Really? So you mean the philosophy aspect doesn't last very long, and therefore it's not much of a challenge?
Asa
penuriosus est is quisnam denies scientia
Asa Adams
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Portrait of an artist.....again*sigh*
ShoutGrace> Both Asa and Idril are long term members of the LitNet and are familiar with the Forum Rules and, I am sure, are able to resolve their differences with the least possible distraction to other members. Unless Idril has personally asked for your support on the matter, I am not sure your post proves very helpful or constructive.
To all concerned> We are all here to read new books together and exchange our opinions on them. It is only natural that there will be those who disagree with us, as well as those who do not.
Please keep your posts within Forum Rules and within the boundries of social courtesy.
Going once...
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