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Anonymous 04/17/25 (Thu) 02:20:42 No.17719 [Open Thread]

Was anyone else disappointed by Lolita? I think Nabokov didn't go far enough in the story and that makes it feel a lot less impactful

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Anonymous 04/17/25 (Thu) 04:17:44 No.17726

>>17719

That book is the definition of all style and no substance. After like chapter 3, the book takes a steep downhill.

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Anonymous 04/20/25 (Sun) 08:43:20 No.17775

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>>Was anyone else disappointed by Lolita?

No, it is actually a good book. I think the distance of time from when it was written has blunted it's impact and modern readers ignorance of the era of it was written.

>>It is a huge slap in the face to 1950's manufactured idealism.

There are a huge number of things the HH and Dot do that would bring horror to the Normies everything from the Car trip and motel stays to Dot consuming endless amounts of magazines were the corporate manufactured "Ideals" Family Car trips ( pushed by GM ) to motels to local sights etc. Liberal Magazine Publishers like Atlantic Monthly Sophisticated , intelligent and well informed by reading all the magazines, mean while airheaded Dot does the same and she is an Airhead. An she has to read Dunken Hinds column ( Gorden Ramses of the day ) to know where to eat !!

It would be like in 2008 while everyone gushed over Facebook and the New Iphone you wrote a book where a Pedo loves Facebook to keep tabs of his Nieces "growth" and Reddit because they were smart , the Iphone for its camera and long battery for hiding in the girls locker room people would lose their spaghetti reading that .

>>It is a Romantic novel in the way of "Idealism" rather than love.

>>HH is a truly unreliable narrator.

Unreliable, firstly his retelling to make himself seem smarter and better than everyone one else , kind of like a M'lady fedora wearer thinking he is sauve and, saying how "everyone clapped" at the end of his story . And also his ( HH ) speeches about Nymphets and Loltia reminded me of Alcoholics justifying their drinking " No no dear reader I am sophisticated drinker , a Writer , I am a wine connoisseur." Justifying why they're in the bag at 11 in the morning .

>Its Romantic.

He finally got the Lolita he so idealized and he despises her . Not even the sex is "remarkable" on in that he complains of having to bribe her before hand and her crying and being witPost too long. Click here to view the full text.

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Anonymous 04/16/25 (Wed) 22:53:52 No.17707 [Open Thread]

Anyone else love reading but it genuinely takes up too much energy so you rarely do it?

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Anonymous 04/17/25 (Thu) 06:01:49 No.17729

>>17707

You have to set a lot of time off to yourself if you're reading a big novel like Tolstoy. Otherwise, short stories and classic poetry are the way to go.

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Anonymous 04/17/25 (Thu) 16:08:52 No.17735

>>17707

I haven't read a thing in about 5 years.

Used to read every day, a couple of books a week, and have a library of a couple of thousand books. An entire room of my house.

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Anonymous 04/17/25 (Thu) 19:45:17 No.17743

This is why I read scott galloway and malcome gladwell yea I'm not learning much but at least I'm reading. All my peers are reading twitter at best.

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Anonymous 04/17/25 (Thu) 20:27:44 No.17744

>>17707

I'm in a habit of reading 30-40 min before bed. Best reading habit I have found.

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Anonymous 04/20/25 (Sun) 06:39:53 No.17773

>>17707

Not quite, much like with everything else I have a short attention span these days and get distracted by other stuff, I also need to be in the right head space or I just don’t take anything in and find myself rereading the same lines over and over until I’m satisfied it sticks.

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Anonymous 04/18/25 (Fri) 13:21:28 No.17761 [Open Thread]

The first greatest brazillian writer: Machado de Assis. Literature here only become good after him.

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Crisis and Leviathan Anonymous 04/18/25 (Fri) 01:36:29 No.17752 [Open Thread]

I'm about to start reading "Crisis and Leviathan" Critical episodes in the growth of American Government. On the chance anyone here has read it, will I be wasting my time? I'm kind of wanting to read Engels The Condition of the Working Class in England and then The French Revolution by Carlyle. But I've been meaning to read this book for months. Oh anons give me guidance.

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Anonymous 04/18/25 (Fri) 02:55:20 No.17753

>>17752

Well, anon, you have the advantage. I have not read any of those works. I think I should be asking you for guidance.

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Anonymous 04/16/25 (Wed) 22:16:18 No.17704 [Open Thread]

P.G. Wodehouse is, in my mind, one of the finest writers of the 20th century. If had wrote about the Tragedy of the Human Soul, instead of light comedies, he would be on the Mount Rushmore of writers.

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Anonymous 04/17/25 (Thu) 00:25:25 No.17713

>>17711

Absolutely. And his ability to generate original metaphors is fantastic. And i just love the characters and settings. Everything is just so comfy.

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Anonymous 04/17/25 (Thu) 00:42:03 No.17715

>>17704

Recommend me something by him

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Anonymous 04/17/25 (Thu) 02:21:44 No.17721

>>17715

There are two series which are my favorites. The Jeeves series and the Psmith series.

The Jeeves series is very comedic slice-of-life. I recommend the two short story collection: Carry On, Jeeves and Very Good, Jeeves. The stories should only take 30 minutes to read, so try a few and see if you like them.

The second series is the Psmith series. Psmith, the character, could be best described as an upper-class social anarchist. Comedically, of course. I think the best novel is Psmith in the City. It is the second of a series of four novels, but their stories are only loosely connected, so you do not lose anything by not reading the first.

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Anonymous 04/17/25 (Thu) 02:24:46 No.17723

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>>17721

Thanks fren. I'll reed sum and get back to you. I mostly hung out on /his/ and discussed /his/ on /lit/ so I'm basically retarded when it comes to fiction outside of the shit they made me read in school.

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Anonymous 04/17/25 (Thu) 02:35:31 No.17725

>>17723

And everyone usually starts at the same place. That is why places like /lit/ are so valuable for advice.

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Honor Levy !lpOflFpIEs 04/17/25 (Thu) 01:12:12 No.17717 [Open Thread]

I want an anti miscegeneration book from the civil rights era that talks about how hot Jewish sluts should definitely never ever let their stinky knishes be touched by blacks. Something like this but better. What would u suggest? :thinking emoji:

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Anonymous 04/17/25 (Thu) 02:22:21 No.17722

Jewish sluts should exclusively fuck ME

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Anonymous 04/17/25 (Thu) 02:19:52 No.17718 [Open Thread]

Was anyone else disappointed by Lolita? I think Nabokov didn't go far enough in the story and that makes it feel a lot less impactful

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Anyone have good comics to read? Jillohoo2 11/14/23 (Tue) 08:06:02 No.17230 [Open Thread]

Yeah. That!

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Anonymous 04/16/25 (Wed) 13:34:35 No.17700

>>17230

I've been reading a bunch of old Spider-man comics. There is something so simple and adventurous about them that I find I always take something away. Its kind of like reading the old pulp novels of the 30s.

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Need some help Anonymous 04/07/25 (Mon) 16:08:58 No.17694 [Open Thread]

Alright /lit/, need your help. I'm trying to get my brain back into gear and need some book recommendations.

Specifically, I'm looking for:

• Chemistry: From the very basics all the way up to high school level. Need a solid foundation.

• Programming: Focusing on Java, Python, and C#. Gotta get my coding skills sharp again.

So, /lit/, drop your list of must-read books for a budding (or re-budding) scientist/programmer. Bonus points for textbooks with good exercises and explanations. Let's get this knowledge brewing. Hit me with your best shot.

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Post song lyrics that brought you to tears. I'll start Anonymous 12/29/24 (Sun) 07:30:46 No.17685 [Open Thread]

The Cheese Tax! The Cheese Tax!

You gotta pay da cheese tax every time your cooking

When da cheese drawer open, this puppy come a-lookin

Da rules are da rules and da facts are da facts

But when the CHEESE DRAWER OPENS, you gotta pay the tax!

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63 O.K. O'Dunboyne 12/28/24 (Sat) 18:29:42 No.17684 [Open Thread]

Dancing is an evolutionary defence to the cold comes to be known after one imagines the sounds to make a sentence from rachael dadd as one smokes in the frigid air on the patio some freshly ground zkittlez of a 2.5lg bag nearing empty.

I know I'm nostalgic when I'm high because I build a future of hearing my favourite old songs while I'm high while I listen to sora revans as recommended by AI. It's only when I'm high that I recognize the song has two songs within it I presume as my highness aids my recognition of passing through the threshold of change. It contains Christmas jingling, a timely gift from AI that I'd thought I had no reason to expect

The next sounds coming were those recommended for a list; some apparent creation of some human(s). This slob air comes to me from mica levi and these some. AI had chosen not to have recommended this for me and we'll soon find out why perhaps not came these sounds from some human(s). I think I've edited myself up, is the thought come to mind: perhaps this is why. Is it honesty to show others your mistakes or is it straight madness are two different perspectives I can imagine if I so choose as some probability of quantum.

To be 92 is also some mad thing to imagine when you're in your 30s and see the speed at which things move and be told we are aliens so k k k k k k come on talk as elucidated by those earlier sounds mentioned

In this eve's tUnE-yArDs sunlight s’when I see for the first time the advantageousness of building a product that closes while still forcing some generic energy from its user. This perhaps a general truth to be found with ubiquity in our AI future still requiring quantum measurement to determine what’s real. Now turn up the volume.

How far will you run to increase the volume at the right time of falling together with Jamie and Oona cause I've moved quite quickly and with speed because when it hits near the end I naturally imagine in the matrix some underground club where I dance and thinking this matrix is still worth living in for this dance

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hdldk аоадаж 12/18/24 (Wed) 10:43:01 No.17668 [Open Thread]

аоовдв

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Anon 07/25/24 (Thu) 06:34:52 No.17257 [Open Thread]

Where can I find interesting literature or documentaries about intelligence agencies?

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reading comprehension Anonymous 11/12/23 (Sun) 23:16:11 No.17229 [Open Thread]

i want to improve my readiong comprehension to be able of reading philosophy books.

Have you imrpoved yours?

How can i improve mine?

It can be trained?

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Prussian literature Anonymous 12/20/17 (Wed) 11:00:04 No.13893 [Open Thread]

Hey /lit/.

I have never posted here even once.

I need recommendations for good books written by Prussian authors. They can be German as it would help with me read German but need a english translation as well. Also I prefer fiction to non fiction unless the non fiction is an old time analysis of art or political theory.

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Anonymous 01/24/18 (Wed) 21:26:53 No.14025

>>14023

I was hoping for something more drama related but I'll try Hoffmann too.

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TobyHoward 08/17/23 (Thu) 18:21:24 No.17216

I don't know such books.

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helping Plawnew 10/31/23 (Tue) 10:26:14 No.17222

Absolutely!!! Here are some recommendations for books by Prussian authors that are available in English translation and cover a wide range of fiction and non-fiction, with an emphasis on art and political theory:

"Effie Briest" by Theodor Fontane: This classic novel is a masterpiece of German realist literature and provides a glimpse into nineteenth-century Prussian society.

"The Man Without Qualities" by Robert Musil: Although Musil is not a Prussian author, his work focuses on the Austro-Hungarian Empire and its Prussian influence. It is a modernist novel that deals with intellectual and social themes.

"Berlin Alexanderplatz" by Alfred Döblin: Set in Weimar-era Berlin, this novel is a must-read for those interested in the interwar period in Germany.

"Faust" by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe: Although Goethe is not a Prussian writer, his work is central to German literature and culture. "Faust" is a timeless masterpiece that explores themes of ambition and morality.

Non-fiction works related to art and political theory:

"The Birth of Tragedy" by Friedrich Nietzsche: Nietzsche was influenced by Prussian culture, and this book is an early exploration of the Apollonian and Dionysian forces in art.

"The Structure of Scientific Revolutions by Thomas S. Kuhn: Although Kuhn was not Prussian, his influential work on the philosophy of science is a must-read for anyone interested in the evolution of ideas.

"A Theory of Communicative Action" by Jürgen Habermas: Habermas is a contemporary philosopher from Germany, and his work on communicative rationality has had a significant impact on political theory.

These selections include Prussian and German authors, fiction and non-fiction, providing a good starting point for exploring the intellectual and cultural heritage of the region. I learned about most of them when I used online paper writing service at hPost too long. Click here to view the full text.

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Anonymous 11/06/23 (Mon) 06:57:07 No.17227

Immanuel Kant

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Anonymous 11/06/23 (Mon) 07:03:35 No.17228

Certainly! Prussia has produced many notable authors whose works have left a lasting impact on literature. Here are some recommendations:

Immanuel Kant (1724-1804)

"Critique of Pure Reason": A foundational work in modern Western philosophy, this book delves into the nature of knowledge, metaphysics, and epistemology.

"Groundwork of the Metaphysics of Morals": Here, Kant explores the concept of morality based on reason.

Friedrich Schleiermacher (1768-1834)

"On Religion: Speeches to its Cultured Despisers": Schleiermacher defends religion against its detractors and presents his own interpretation of religious feelings and practices.

Heinrich von Kleist (1777-1811)

"The Marquise of O and Other Stories": A collection of short stories that delve into the complexities of human emotions and conflicts.

"Michael Kohlhaas": A novella about a horse merchant who resorts to extreme measures after being wronged by a nobleman.

Theodor Fontane (1819-1898)

"Effi Briest": Often compared to "Madame Bovary" and "Anna Karenina", this novel offers a critical look at Prussian society through the tragic story of a young woman.

"Wanderings through the Mark Brandenburg": A series of travel writings capturing the landscapes and history of Brandenburg.

Gottfried Benn (1886-1956)

"Selected Poems and Prose": Benn's works are a blend of expressionism and realism, reflecting the tumultuous times of the early 20th century.

Karl Marx (1818-1883)

"The Communist Manifesto": Co-written with Friedrich Engels, this work is a foundational text for modern socialism and communism.

"Capital, Volume I": A critical analysis of capitalism and its socio-economic effects.

While some of these works might be dense or challenging, they offer profPost too long. Click here to view the full text.

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