I really enjoyed it. It fit perfectly with my just read it and see what you make of it approach. I did ask Marc a couple of questions after to see if I was right about what I thought. I definitely recommend it. It’s a quick read too
Sorry Brian my understanding escapes me regarding this video in light of yesterday’s cataclysmic events, and previous political/historical perspectives you’ve expressed on your channel. My thoughts today lean towards Shakespeare, specifically King Lear. “ Tis the times’ plague when madmen lead the blind.” Naively/optimistically? I thought there was a chance Trump would come to a reckoning when he got COVID. He had a chance for self reflection and an opportunity to rise above his baser instincts. My cynical/pessimistic side thought he would run with it and pretend he had become a better more understanding person. He did neither. Perhaps if I were a kinder person I would feel compassion for this man and the Shakespearean tragedy he is. I’m not there. Maybe one day.
I was still attempting to absorb and understand everything that happened on Wednesday. Not sure I am there yet, but I will say something about in my Saturday video. As for feeling compassion for Trump, I feel none and don't imagine I ever will in relation to his presidency. He has twisted and broken this country for his own political and economic gain. People are dead because of his actions and rhetoric since the election. He belongs in prison and not the White House.
I agree that Trump belongs in prison and his actions have been reprehensible. I was posing the question in terms of human forgiveness and exploring the tragedy of this man as a failed human being.
@@sirreadsalot786 I struggle with forgiveness and grace. It is something that I work on, but I'm not sure I am at the point where I can apply either to Trump. I applaud those who can have compassion for him as a failed human being, but not sure I'm going to ever get there.
@@BookishTexan I surprised myself by feeling some compassion for some of the people he drew to his rally on Wednesday. The BBC interviewed a number of them and I realised how cruelly they have been deluded and manipulated.
@@scallydandlingaboutthebooks They have been so completely taken in that it is tempting to feel sorry for them, but their obnoxious confidence and the hate they spew makes it difficult.
Top work Brian, I commend you!
Thank you Marc.
What is this marvelous thing? This clippy, geniusy video, I just love it 🥰
Thank you. I hope that my video hints at the form and content of the book.
"Tuberculosis, syphilis, madness. Oh my!" xD
Sounds fascinating, and I really liked this kind of snapshot review.
Thank you. The book is quite good and it doesnt take long to read it.
"A collection of facts that may mean something" 😂😂
The book was very interesting. I really enjoyed it.
Art. Will be adding this to the wishlist asap.
For me it was an engrossing and enjoyable read. Thanks as always.
This is very elegant. I presume this means I should read the book?
I really enjoyed it. It fit perfectly with my just read it and see what you make of it approach. I did ask Marc a couple of questions after to see if I was right about what I thought. I definitely recommend it. It’s a quick read too
@@BookishTexan thanks. Marc's recommendations are good but challenging. If you also find it readable that is a big plus.
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Sounds like my kind of novelist, haha!
I really enjoyed the book and it is a quick read.
Sorry Brian my understanding escapes me regarding this video in light of yesterday’s cataclysmic events, and previous political/historical perspectives you’ve expressed on your channel.
My thoughts today lean towards Shakespeare, specifically King Lear. “ Tis the times’ plague when madmen lead the blind.”
Naively/optimistically? I thought there was a chance Trump would come to a reckoning when he got COVID. He had a chance for self reflection and an opportunity to rise above his baser instincts. My cynical/pessimistic side thought he would run with it and pretend he had become a better more understanding person. He did neither. Perhaps if I were a kinder person I would feel compassion for this man and the Shakespearean tragedy he is. I’m not there. Maybe one day.
I was still attempting to absorb and understand everything that happened on Wednesday. Not sure I am there yet, but I will say something about in my Saturday video. As for feeling compassion for Trump, I feel none and don't imagine I ever will in relation to his presidency. He has twisted and broken this country for his own political and economic gain. People are dead because of his actions and rhetoric since the election. He belongs in prison and not the White House.
I agree that Trump belongs in prison and his actions have been reprehensible. I was posing the question in terms of human forgiveness and exploring the tragedy of this man as a failed human being.
@@sirreadsalot786 I struggle with forgiveness and grace. It is something that I work on, but I'm not sure I am at the point where I can apply either to Trump. I applaud those who can have compassion for him as a failed human being, but not sure I'm going to ever get there.
@@BookishTexan I surprised myself by feeling some compassion for some of the people he drew to his rally on Wednesday. The BBC interviewed a number of them and I realised how cruelly they have been deluded and manipulated.
@@scallydandlingaboutthebooks They have been so completely taken in that it is tempting to feel sorry for them, but their obnoxious confidence and the hate they spew makes it difficult.