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I'm not sure Trump is beholden to anyone to judge by the number of his appointments he fell out with first time round. Though Musk wouldn't take any betrayal lightly, so that spat could be fun to watch

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I understand your views and understand your skepticism about Trump when it comes to power. But as an Belgian I will say right away: he is right about immigration. It is too much in too little time. You speak about 12 million or more on 300(?) million American people. What about 70 million in 15 years time? Or 20 years? I know Trump is right about immigration because it doesn't work here either. Western Europe is getting more (far) right. It has this particular reason for it's growth. I don't support it, but I understand why.

About (illegal) immigration. Lots of thoughts. Many questions. Those people coming illegal to your country. Doesn't the taxpayers pay for their housing, food, social security when they come in the country? Do they all want to work? How do you know they don't want to profit from your country? Do they pay taxes? This is the reason why I think Western Europe is getting more right (or Republican sided). Because being open to the world doesn't necessarily invite the right people. In Belgian prisons the amount of non Western European inmates is more than 70%. The social security is crumbling under non workers, profiting of the system. And illegal immigrants, who just don't contribute. As a country, it just can't keep up. And who says that these immigrants will give back to the American economy when working. Here in Belgium there's many Polish men working in construction who will live in an apartment with 10 people, to send a a big part of their wages back to their family in Poland, to be used in their economy.

Can I be the devil's advocate here and ask your opinions to some thoughts I had by some of your statements? I am looking at this from a 40 year old living in Belgium, which has liberal views. I would say that we are socialists to this day, although the right is gaining more and more support. So about the tax cuts for the rich under Trump. Do you think if the the rich would be taxed more, they would keep their businesses in America? Wouldn't it be wise for them to keep their riches, relocate to another country with cheaper labour, cheaper taxes which in the long run would cost them much less money? And with unemployment for Americans. That sure happened here. Especially in automobile industries and anything to do with textile. Tax cuts for the rich, I do get what you want to say with that, but maybe Trump is trying to keep the industries in America and people to keep their jobs? Because compared to other countries, America is expensive ( W-Europe too). You give to the rich to keep the rich.

It is evident Trump can barely read ... and doesn't. If he spent even a decent amount of time doing so, we all know his weird lips would be sore.

"Hear, hear!" ((("My Grass is BLUE!"))) *The new info regarding Trump's giving future power & more government contracts to Musk, in turn for campaign "donations" now is corrupt; Trump's talking to Putin as an ex-president is treason! * This f'ing race is making me very, _very_ nervous. 😮

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Thank you for posting this! Frustrated to no end when looking at the polls or even just listen to people and their skewed view of Trump's 'policies' on the apparent big issues for voting Republicans and the undecided( have they been living in a cave??) the border ( Trump killed the bipartisan bill) and the economy ( check your bank account, if you aren't a millionaire, you won't benefit, once again). All this bull swirling around him leaves no time or interest in congress, politics or even the public with policies that are crippling and in some cases killing the poor- housing, education, and the abject failure of the healthcare system in America. Thank you again for using your platform to reach out and taking the eventual flak, the best I can do is bang my head against the wall and that's not helping anyone.

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Just voted and it wasn’t for Trump so I’ve got that covered⚛️❤

I have no issue reading books written by men or women but only if they are non fiction as I just loathe reading fiction.

In Percival Everett’s "James," the interplay of identity and history prompts us to question: Slave, or Slav? Is it slave language, or Yiddish? Jim, or Me? James, or I am? The satire and psychology are sophisticated, showcasing why Everett is regarded as both dark and masterful. In his "retelling" of Huckleberry Finn, Everett suggests that Huck serves as the alter ego of Samuel Clemens, who adopted the pen name Mark Twain-paralleling Jim’s transformation into James. Here, Huck emerges as the true "Slav," as his family’s lineage traces back to colonial immigration from England to America, arriving not as free men but as indentured servants, bound by "slave-like" conditions. Interestingly, Clemens’ mother, Jane de Lampton, may have Slavic (possibly Jewish) roots, further complicating our understanding of identity in the text. This nuanced exploration highlights Everett’s genius, inviting readers to reevaluate the intersections of race, history, and self. Percival's James is indeed Samuel Clemens himself, confessing.

Yeah, because when I'm barmabared with the 100th video on why this flavor of the month romance novel is bad. My main thought is about how these people are being too positive. "Why do people like The Forth Wing?" Why do you keep asking? You don't want the awnser.

Its kinda addictive i hear multiple voices in head a girl boy and all there emotions old man or old woman its strange still i lke em

I read Moveable Feast which I did enjoy. I read the Paris way for sort of filled in the gaps. I have just never picked up another Hemingway. I had planned to read Farewell to arms but never picking it up tells me something about how I feel about Hemingway I guess.

Good video! A long story from a different perspective. One year I had a student who was obviously militantly disinterested in my class (basically writing about what you've read). I'd said a couple times that students could read what they wanted. One day he asked if he could read books about cars, obviously expecting to be shot down. I said "Sure, you bet." His paper was not too good, mostly just saying he loved the book. We sat down and again he was expecting the worst. I congratulated him on enjoying the book and asked what he liked about it. As he gradually explained I kept drawing him out and he went into extensive detail about the various cars discussed. Finally I said, "I wish all that had been in your paper." Dumbfounded he asked if I really wanted to read that. Yep. I had a happy camper for the rest of the semester and his writing gradually improved as he tried to do a good job. I like that your channel is so open to a variety of viewpoints. Reading is a big tent.

Ernest Hemingway is my go to author and thanks for making the Hemingway videos Bookish.

Brian I did not know anything about the circumstances of this novels editing and publication , I read it knowing nothing about it and I really enjoyed it more than any Hemingway except A Farewell to Arms and the stories

Really intriguing video, Brian. I think I had forgotten some of these biographical facts about Hemingway and his wives. I haven’t read this book, but I think I do have it…somewhere. I am so conflicted about Hemingway. He was very important to me growing up and into a serious reader, and my mother loved Hemingway (did you see my first edition of A Moveable Feast from my parents in my Beautiful Books video?😊). But I have always struggled with the man himself. I should probably watch Ken Burns’ series on him. Thanks, as always, for such a thought-provoking video. 😊

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Maybe this is unfair but when I read 'The Sun Also Rises' I thought his talent lay in reportage, the best passages for me, read like a travelogue.

I think some of Hemiingway's best work is in his short stories. Like your coverage.

Not usually fond if posthumously published or publishing of an infirmed author's work (Harper lee). This certainly sounds interesting, although seems like all Hemingway's women are crazy or conniving. Why so long after his death was it published? I still prefer when he writes without women characters. I love The Old Man And The Sea, which I understand most Hemingwayites don't. Weren't there subtle references to Hemingway in Wonder Boys like the lost manuscript and Joe DiMaggio?

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" Americans, their positivity drains you " M. Flanagan.

I've had a similar experience as you. I think it's important for viewers to distinguish "This creator loves every book they read" vs "This creator only talks about books they like." If my experience of work is negative, it's so often an underwhelming "Oh, I guess I didn't love that. That's a shame. Oh well, plenty of books in the library." It's only when I feel like my criticism has a tinge of "I would have loved this book if..." or "Based on my preferences I should have loved this, but...." In those examples, I'll probably make a video sharing my thoughts, but otherwise I don't think there's anything wrong with having a mostly-positive bias in the content we make.

People want free books? I looked at many of those new, shiny books. I read their first paragraphs/page/chapter and want to put them ALL in a garbage bin. How could one want free new books? Nothing good is being published.

I swear your brain must run faster than mine, I take so long to form thoughts! I couldn't possibly do no edits, it would be a terrible video. You did great though! But I'm trying to improve my speaking skills so maybe someday. I was thinking of starting Septology sometime this winter, maybe I should try Aliss at the Fire first as a test. I've also been wanting to try some Annie Erneaux, The Story of a Woman sounds up my alley.

Very interesting discussion. I'm sure there are some booktubers that do the toxic positivity thing to benefit from it but I would think most don't. I do know some people purposely don't talk about books they didn't enjoy to avoid negativity in their content, but I think that's probably harmless. I personally find it interesting and helpful to hear why others didn't enjoy a book but nobody should feel obligated to talk about it if they don't want to. Poor Zelda, hope she gets better soon.

It seems strange it took almost 20 years of submissions before the New Yorker starting taking his short stories. (A quiet word from his friend Vic Pritchett eased his way in.) Felicia’s Journey was published in 1994 and the city is Birmingham. It was my first Trevor and remains my favourite, not least because a scene from the film was shot in my home town.

A thoughtful address of these concerns; much appreciated. I rarely have a completely negative regard for a book because I realize that effort had to go into its composition and publication. And even if the book is not to my liking, it might be well be for another, and that's perfectly valid for them. The exceptions to these general approaches would be when a book is utterly repugnant from an ideological point of view. But even works that are problematic (such as 'Gone With the Wind') still might have merit for sheer storytelling or for historical or cultural import. Works of art are multivalent in their functions and values, and these in turn are historically mutable. On the subject of bad reviews, I can say that some of my favorite reviews from my single favorite film critic, Jonathan Rosenbaum (formerly of the 'Chicago Reader') are of those films he dislikes. The review can be instructive and even a pleasure to read in itself even if the work under discussion is unsuccessful.

"Don't read infinite jest" Me who just received it from Amazon. The book looking at me through the taped paperback, sitting in my bookshelf, reflecting the human desire for more knowledge. "Don't read Foucault's pendulum" Sir, it is also sitting in my bookshelf. I bought it from a book fair that sells old, used books for 5 dollars a kilo. it looks fair and new, despite being printed a decade ago, suggesting it was never read by anyone. "Don't read gravity's rainbow. " Oh I ordered it from Amazon 3 fortnights ago, it will reach me in two days.

Thank you for this post.

I guess it's time for November of Negativity, all negative reviews/discussions in November? Peace!

I just joined booktube and I’m ignoring all the trends because I can’t stand the constant same trends of book hauls and top 10 lists every week and “I read 50 books this month” type stuff. I created my channel to not be negative but provide a different perspective on this platform and within the book community.

I’m with you on this one. After finishing it, I was surprised to find the endless positive reviews for it when I found it repetitive, contrived, and self-indulgent, full of opinions on theoretical physics that are undoubtedly informed by today’s fashion to make his protagonists seem more enlightened. The Kennedy conspiracy stuff is bonkers. Stella Maris is even worse, at least in terms of self-indulgence. It comes off to me like a pseudo-intellectual treatise by Eric Weinstein. Supposedly it took him 40 years to write. It felt like, to me, that it took him 40 years to publish. I think he knew better.

I appreciate your thoughts, as always, Brian! However, I am not a fan of the broad, vague accusation that BookTube has a toxic positivity problem. Unless specific channels are called out, it’s a baseless claim. I know of channels far bigger than mine who likely receive free items from publishers, but I don’t know of any channel creators who fake reading enjoyment. If that does happen, I think it’s far more likely the exception than the rule.

my knee jerk reaction is because, much like in the rest of society, wokeism has parasitically invaded the publishing industry. it has nothing to do with the gender of the author, it's the topics of the books being put out.

I think we forget also that people tend to choose books they think they are going to enjoy - not many people set out to find books they won't find engaging. Hence its much more likely that we will see positive reviews. Having said that - people are also entitled to their opinion of Book tubers. If one thinks certain people are doing this just for profit, and for the wrong reasons - dont watch them! There are plenty of excellent content creators out there and it is also the responsibility of publishers and authors to make sure they are connecting to the appropriate ones.

Not seen the video, but from your discussion i have to say, i think with the big channels it may be true, they may have been paid to say nice things. I tend to just get rid of books that i did not enjoy and actually do not think about talking about it and as i type you said my thoughts about the authors feelings. Plus the fact i only talk about 10% of the books i read tbh, i must get better at that. I stay away from hyped books and most of the time i am disappointed, learnt my lesson the hard way.

I am ecstatic that you did this video!!!! I would not know about being sent free books - is that a thing? I would say lucky them but I don't read many modern books which I guess these will be. I think there are some people who are part of the fabric of the modern book publishing industry who are pushing sales and there are people who are not and just talking about books they like. A lot of people just like to be nice. Best wishes with what you are reading and to your channel.

Jesus, I'm 3 minutes and 37 seconds into this and I'm sayin' to myself ' Criminy, am I looking for a guiding light, only to ultimately only ending up in general hospital' Stop.... stop ... stop...........................

Nice review. But 54 is definitely not old!

Similar drama circulates around the board gaming community regarding the positive feedback loop of "publishers send free games to reviewer, reviewer gives glowing reviews, publishers send more free games to reviewer, etc." Things become really spicy when it comes out that a popular reviewer has threatened publishers with negative reviews of their games if money isn't sent! 😧

Great topic! The reason I started my channel was to talk about books I enjoy so I’m generally searching out books that I’m pretty sure I’ll like. If I truly dislike something, I’m probably not going to have the desire to discuss it. I don’t consider myself a critic so I’d hate to give the impression that I know enough to properly critique a book. As you said it’s subjective and all I can report is how I felt about the book but I definitely don’t hide any negative feelings that I have but I try to determine how or why someone else might enjoy it. I’m actually editing a somewhat negative video right now on a few books that I just can’t understand why they are so popular. No toxic positivity in that one. 😂😅

This was a really fun discussion!

Hello! I'm new to this UA-cam channel. What booktuber is safe on UA-cam?

All of this negativity about positivity could become toxic. /sarcasm