It seems that Stephenson has a knack for disguising the themes of his books. I've only read SNOW CRASH so far, but it's the same here … it starts out as one of the most influental cyberpunk classics with a Street Samurai, but in reality, it's a deep analysis about the effects of language and religion, which both can be seen as some kind of virus. And ironically … those very scientific elaborations were almost more thrilling than the action scenes …
I'm currently filling my new bookshelves up. And been looking into Neal Stephenson. Never actually read anything by him but thanks for this, I'm intrigued 🤘
I am about to start this book soon, on my nightstand! I peeked at the first page and felt like a kid in a candy store! Josh at Red Fury books mentioned he plan to read the Baroque Cycle so I took Quicksilver out from the library since you also recommended these books in several “ lists” videos. I take this review posted today as a big sign from the book gods!!
If you’re thinking of reading this series, pay attention to Brian’s reading of the inside cover. That is what you need to know. It is not overly difficult and endlessly educational and fascinating.
You did alright. My college professor pronounced Samuel Pepys as "Peeps." No idea if that is correct or not. (As I recall Pepys was one of the better, more interesting, writers in my English Lit courses.) As for Neal Stephenson, I've only read his Anathem, which I thought was middling at best. I don't get the hype over it. I do have a copy of Reamde and hope to get to that this year. (I'm a big WoW player and so that books sounds fun to me.)
Like the review. Only suggestion- tell us if the rest of the series is just as good (i hope so) or slows down in middle. Is there pacing problems? Also should we read cryptonicon first or can we read it after??? Thanks for reviews!!!!
Own them but have not read them yet. Loved Snow Crash though! We watch your reviews even though we may not read the book, yes you are that entertaining or we are that easily entertained. 🤔
How similar is the writing of these to Cryptonomicon? I wasn’t big on Stephenson’s writing style in that one, but the premise of the Baroque Cycle sounds interesting. And I hear that the characters in it are related to characters in Cryptonomicon like Bobby and Amy Shaftoe, and Lawrence and Randy Waterhouse.
Good job keeping it spoiler free! Let me reiterate that it is absolutely kick ass.
It seems that Stephenson has a knack for disguising the themes of his books. I've only read SNOW CRASH so far, but it's the same here … it starts out as one of the most influental cyberpunk classics with a Street Samurai, but in reality, it's a deep analysis about the effects of language and religion, which both can be seen as some kind of virus. And ironically … those very scientific elaborations were almost more thrilling than the action scenes …
Great job! The raiders shirt matches the book cover!
Your reviews are always great, even when they aren’t! 😂
lol, very good artist, author, and comedian!.... We watch all of his reviews.
I'm currently filling my new bookshelves up. And been looking into Neal Stephenson. Never actually read anything by him but thanks for this, I'm intrigued 🤘
You did a great job! Made me want to read it and that's the point.
The review was perfect as always!
Very nice review of a really interesting novel.
Royal Society shenanigans are fun!
You made me want to read those books, so you did very well, I guess 😄
I grabbed these from a used bookstore and didn’t know much about them-thanks for this review to get me actually interested in picking it up!
Great job Brian - as always
Seveneves is chilling in my TBR pile :P I really need to get around to reading him. :P
I am about to start this book soon, on my nightstand! I peeked at the first page and felt like a kid in a candy store! Josh at Red Fury books mentioned he plan to read the Baroque Cycle so I took Quicksilver out from the library since you also recommended these books in several “ lists” videos. I take this review posted today as a big sign from the book gods!!
I envy you the opportunity to read this series for the first time. My favourite of my last half-century of reading.
And Brian - it’s Eliza.
@@wayneandrews1022 when I am done with the cycle Wayne I will let you know how I liked it!!
If you’re thinking of reading this series, pay attention to Brian’s reading of the inside cover. That is what you need to know. It is not overly difficult and endlessly educational and fascinating.
You did alright. My college professor pronounced Samuel Pepys as "Peeps." No idea if that is correct or not. (As I recall Pepys was one of the better, more interesting, writers in my English Lit courses.)
As for Neal Stephenson, I've only read his Anathem, which I thought was middling at best. I don't get the hype over it. I do have a copy of Reamde and hope to get to that this year. (I'm a big WoW player and so that books sounds fun to me.)
Durfman, you did alright! Nice job.
Thanks for the review! This is a priority read for me in 2024.
I will be checking this out
Great review, sounds like an extremely challenging book to read.
I’m very intrigued
great review. from a writer of big books himself.
You did good, made me want to read it
Another certified dope review
Like the review. Only suggestion- tell us if the rest of the series is just as good (i hope so) or slows down in middle. Is there pacing problems? Also should we read cryptonicon first or can we read it after??? Thanks for reviews!!!!
Own them but have not read them yet. Loved Snow Crash though! We watch your reviews even though we may not read the book, yes you are that entertaining or we are that easily entertained. 🤔
You did alright believe me
This sounds like a whole cookpot of wild science-y fun! Sign me up! ;o)
How similar is the writing of these to Cryptonomicon? I wasn’t big on Stephenson’s writing style in that one, but the premise of the Baroque Cycle sounds interesting. And I hear that the characters in it are related to characters in Cryptonomicon like Bobby and Amy Shaftoe, and Lawrence and Randy Waterhouse.
Better and more interesting than Crypto, as good as that was.
Brian lee durfee can read 100 pages an hour I can only read 150 pqges a day. whats his secret.
good review im reading ReaMdE right now but crypto and this trilogy are on 2024 TBR
Idk roman numerals either. I bought what i thought was a sealed copy of final fantasy 7 and i showed my bro in law. He is like that is 12
Do you ever take notes or highlight or put in stickers when you read? Someone who inhales 20 books a month is unlikely to be a moron.
:)