House of Leaves: Explored - Nine Days Challenge
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- Опубліковано 8 лют 2025
- #HouseOfLeavesChallenge #HouseOfLeaves
I've been at work on this since December. Now, I get to let you all in on it! (And yes, I'm very serious about all of this.)
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Don't think you can tackle a novel like this in nine days? I believe in you! Seriously, it CAN be done, and I'll be proud of you for just trying it.
Missed you dude! Litterally checked last night when your last upload was. Also, first, I guess.
Edit: Went to my library, someone already checked it out like an hour before I got there. Will look for another way.
Night Mind can I read a Audi boom
What if we get it digitally? Take a picture of the screen?
I literally failed before you posted the video
I was really expecting an Audible ad
Did Nightmind just give us homework?
Nate Poshard yeah
@callmecatalyst dude what? i wasnt gonna read it anyway, but like what?
Best homework ever
I've had this book on my shelf for YEARS and haven't been able to make a dent in it. Now I'm motivated!
It's garbage IMO.
Hey guys, just a reminder to when you get the the section called the Whalestoes Letters, make sure you actually take the time to decipher it. It’s worth it, and definitely the most interactive thing I’ve encountered in a book.
spookythebro there's also an entire book called the whalestoe letters that has some of the unused letters in house of leaves
spookythebro that sounds like work
Super chilling. It was exhausting- I got frustrated with it since I did it way late at night, but man, when I finally sat down to read it after I finished deciphering it. One of the most goosebump-inducing moments I've ever encountered in reading.
I have been waiting my entire life for this series. I’m screaming. My two favorite things: House of Leaves and Night Mind. YESSSSSSSS
Oh boy this was a joy to discover! I read house of leaves when I was 17. I could barely understand English and I definitely could not speak it but I wanted this book so bad that I sat down with a dictionary next to me and read it cover to cover. It took me 2 months to get there but it pretty much taught me English and has had a huge impact on me as an artist and storyteller. I'm 30 and it's still one of the most influential books I've ever read.
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keep it up NM
A fellow Zamasu in the NM comments. Nice
I read this book over 15 years ago when Poe, the author's sister, released her album " Haunted" which was essentially a soundtrack for the book. You wont find many songs, but it is mostly comprised of relatively creepy recordings that follow the same narrative as the book.
If you enjoy House Of Leaves I highly recommend listening to it's authorized companion piece. It makes a great parallel piece of art. 10/10
...This is the first video I came across on your channel and I was in disbelief when I saw the title. I've gone so long without hearing a discussion about House Of Leaves. It is a true shame this book got very little attention, but seeing this just made my freakin' day. I can't wait to watch the other videos. Thank you!!
Poe?
@@lakshaykochhar6799 Poe. The album was released in 2000.
@@Katie-mk5ok Oh, thanks for explanation.
I literally dropped everything to watch this video as if it were a state prison broadcasting system. I accept your challenge nick, I’m putting the current book in reading on hold to read house of leaves. Thank you and I’m sure You’ll be seeing me on Twitter, very, very soon.
toby cabaret I was sad when I saw it was 8 minutes and then he said 3 hour. Im so fking pumped!
You sir, have inspired me to read the book. Have had it for a few years but only looked at the footnotes. Will try to get it done in 9 days, thank you!
Holy shit, I just finished reading this book and it was amazing. The first book to make me feel legitimately scared while reading it. I seriously can not wait to hear your thoughts on it, thank you so much for this
This has been on my TBR shelf for a couple of years and I'm thrilled someone is finally pushing me to read it. Thanks for all of the effort you put into this and all of your projects!
Heck Yeah literature!!!!! House of Leaves is so special in the way the physical book is an extension of the house, bringing the horror right into your hands. I'm so glad you covered this!
Very true. Even the title - The book is the HOUSE (as in my top-level comment above, all-caps because I can't make it blue appropriately), 'leaves' is another word for 'pages'.
This is my favorite novel of all time and seeing you do stuff with it makes me so unbelievably happy! Thank you so much
holy shit we actually got a house of leaves coverage
Edit: thank you so much night mind :> i love your work and your videos and i hope you go far :D
I am so excited. My eyes were wide open the entire time i watched your video. I read this book several years ago and I've never read anything like it. The fact that you're doing 3 HOURs of analysis is incredible. You're a blessing to all of us, Nightmind.
Time to read House of Leaves
Here's a tip: even if you don't understand the format, just let the prose wash over you, like music. I read the two parts separately, but you don't have to. And, by the end, you WILL be measuring your walls to make absolutely sure they haven't grown or changed overnight...
Don't just stick with the prose. Pay attention to the phone.
Super glad to see you back and to learn you haven't been idle!
I did as asked and participated in the challenge. It took most of two days, but I swear it felt like a week of reading. I've got some theories on narrative, and on footnotes, and I'm VERY much looking forward to your breakdown/summation/review!
Thank you for doing the challenge too. I had meant to read this ever since it got a direct mention in the Tribe Twelve video you did, but had never got around to it. Setting a deadline really motivates I suppose!
I've had this book on my shelf for years and am finally working through it (about a quarter in) Can't wait to hear your take on it, and can't believe I started it while you were working on it.
Omg, a like from Nick. My night has been made.
I'm not gonna beat your record, but I'm gonna give it a damn good shot.
Okay so I literally squeeled when I saw this. House of Leaves is easily one of my favorite books, and I read it during a very difficult time for me. And I've been CRAVING an exploration for a few years now. Thank you so much Nick 💜💕
Has anyone wondered why Araki and Oda remain so young and just get better with time? It's because they've read House of Leaves.
Justin Y. Yo what up justin
Nah, Araki feeds off of the confusion of how King Crimson works.
Omg I never thought that you're a Night Mind viewer! Tbh this is the first comment of yours I've found! I'm glad I've come across such a legend :)
Can we canonize Saint Justin already?
@@shelter556 calm down
I've only found your channel late last year but since then I've found so many channels and content creators I would have never known existed and I loved them all. I'm still watching whamcitys cry of Mann because of you so to hear this much hype over something is exciting! I'll pick it up today
Wait a minute, The Pelican Black Channel... IT’S HOUSE OF LEAVES ALL ALONG!!!!
I went to check out this chan and it actually says its house of leaves in the about section ☺ and am looking forward to watching
Oh HELL Yeah!!! House Of Leaves is just about one of the most fascinating and original pieces of art I've ever had the good fortunte of stumbling across at a garage sale. I can't wait for your take this subject on, yr perspective is greatly appreciated, it makes so much sense that you would find inspiration in this amazing piece of work, Thank you for sharing, your channel is one of the smartest, and best of it's kind on You Tube, can't wait to hear yr take on this book
Gotta go raid my libraries tomorrow.
I work at a book store and House of leaves is my staff pick I love when people pick it up because I know they are in for such an experience! So excited for your videos!
Oh boy, first, yes please.
Secondly, you're going to make me read House of Leaves again. For like the fifth time.
I keep missing my chance to re-read it because every time I lend it out it never gets returned. I gotta go get copy #3, lol
I am so glad there is still time to do this challenge. This book is an amazing experience I'm willing to have again. I read this while I was in high school and have been wanting to read it again but never got back onto the idea due to how busy I've been these days. Thank you for this.
Finally, you’re back, I was getting worried that I’d never see you again. Also, I’m excited for what’s next.
Two days ago I picked up this book that I’ve had on my shelf for years, having made several attempts to finish it in the past, and decided now was the time. With a fresh degree in literature no less and finally no distractions from school work, I set out to finally finish this behemoth that has dangled over my head for years. And then you post this. I had intended to take my time chewing on it chapter by chapter, but challenge accepted. Maybe a speed run is what I need to finally finish it off.
His sister Poe is a songwriter and explores a lot of the themes (along with coping with the death of their father and absence of their mother) in her album Haunted. Definitely worth a listen, one of my favourites!
Oh. My god. This is so perfect. I picked up House of Leaves after Dan mentioned it on Game Grumps like two years ago, and I never got more than halfway through because I was always too busy. Now I have real motivation to get back into it!
I have read House of Leaves multiple times and put the hours into the book that it deserves. This is my favorite book of all time. This book is so interesting and important. But you can only get the full experience if you take your time.
This is a book that demands the reader to think, ponder, and mole things over. You need to read each chapter with intense detail. Take as long as you need with it, the only way you will truly get your pants scared off of you, the only way you will understand why people call this the scariest book of all time, is if you take your time and try and fully understand the text.
Happy reading. Enjoy the experience of one of the best books ever written.
I know my sister has the book. She finished it in one day (technically 2) because she started it at 1 am and finished at 11:54
She said it was good so maybe I'll convince her to let me borrow it.
Hot damn, 23 hour reading marathon. That's impressive
Oh my God thank you I've been waiting for you to do this for like 2 years. You're the best!
Never read House of Leaves, but always wanted to. This is definitely the encouragement I needed.
Yes, yes, hell yes, HELL YES. I haven't been this happy for something you are covering since Twin Peaks. House of Leaves is tied for the best book I've ever read. Mark is a genius and genuinely awesome dude too. I'm so psyched for this!
The hype is absolutely real; House of Leaves is one of my all-time favorite novels. YES NIGHT MIND, GIV'EEERRRR
Finally my dream series. I have been hoping for so long that one day you would go over this beautiful novel. Now I have more motivation to finish my reread!
Aight time to order this book.
I also read this book in three days, just last year! House of Leaves is undoubtedly the most incredible book I've ever read, and I'm so excited for your series on it!
All the copies at the library are checked out, but Barnes and Noble has a copy! I called to make sure it's in stock and I'm going to get it TONIGHT!
When I first got my copy, I read it over three nights while sitting on the side of the road, which is not only terrifying its the best way to read it. I had to leave my copy behind when I moved states, but I'm sure as hell having it mailed to me PRIORITY! I'm so hyped for this, man. I cannot thank you enough for covering my favorite novel of all time.
Holy shit Nick, this is amazing. I've been wanting to read this book for so long and haven't gone into it before. I can't wait to start on this journey with all of you. I'm buying it tomorrow. I'm going to start tomorrow. And I'll be right there to analyze it with you. I'm in.
The unmatchable spearheading that House of Leaves has made unto the modern horror genre is what has kept me opposed to tackling it for so long. This was exactly the type of encouragement I needed to recognize what I was missing out on. Thank you.
Thank you. I’ve been wanting to pick up this novel ever since EMH showed it off. And because of this challenge, I’ve finally decided to read it.
this is amazing. House of Leaves is absolutely one of my favorite books of all time, and it inspired and impacts my writing to this day.
I'm going to the library now my boi-
I am so hecking stoked you're back.. and to hear you'll be covering HoL is a dream come true. It's such a good freaking book... and I'm not going to lie, I'm tempted to do a speed reread in celebration.
FATHER. YOU'RE BACK
I had house of leaves on my shelf for almost a year, u finally got me to read, absolutely devoured it in 2 days (beat u by 1 day :) ) , I can't believe how good a book it was & I'm so excited to watch ur series now
My wife turned to me and said ominously, "It's time. I've been waiting 5 years to give this to you." She then went into the closet to her prized box of first edition treasures and handed me a copy of House of Leaves and only told me "Prepare your anus..." I've never been so hyped about a book in my life. Check that FB inbox reeeal soon Daddy.
what a fucking keeper you found. congrats, and enjoy. welcome to the party :)
Did anything happen to your anus after..?
Both myself and my best friend finished the novel in 2 days last Christmas - could not put it down. I will be devoting this weekend to refreshing myself with this incredibly unsettling tale!
I've been wanting to read House of Leaves for a long time but have always put it off, I guess this is a good time to finally tackle it.
Yes! LOVED this book and his sister’s companion album. Thank you for the excuse I needed to read it again!
been trying to read this since July its challenging... there have been some words my english teacher has trouble figuring out context for.this is going to hurt. time to speedrun a good 200+ pages of unread material!
THANK YOU FOR MAKING THIS VIDEO. I read this book in one night about this time last year, and I never hear anyone talk about it except for EverymanHybrid.
disappointed that i won't be able to get my hands on a copy until the 16th, but i'm definitely excited to read it and watch all of the content that you'll be posting on it once i do!
I have to wait until the 7th 😢
@@morgydorg its TORTURE having to wait i cant wait to get my grubby hands on a copy
Im so happy to see that you found a topic that really engaged you again. Cant wait to see this project. And I will be checking out the book, although it might take a but longer than the 9 days.
I'm leaving for barnes and nobles now lol
I litetally woke up to the notification of this video, and it was worth it.
You know that a book is good when a channel like yours recommends it. Currently it's being shipped to me, should start reading in 2 days
I normally come to you, Mr. Nocturne, to take a quick look into these stories simply to see these stories through a lightly censored lens where I KNOW I won't get jumpscared in any way.
But for this... I... I guess I can make an exception. No book is gonna have a demon jump at my face, right?
Long awaited new video! Glad you found something that stirred a spark in you.
HE LIVES PEPOLE!
I love this book, and I am soooooo excited to see what you have created. THANK YOU for all your content!
I have the book, I'll be starting it shortly. Hopefully I can keep up :)
Its amazing
I'm jealous that I've already read it, I almost wish I could erase my memory of it,just so I could experience it all over again.. it's THAT good! Very trippy, challenging, and relentlessly original, enjoy!
Thanks for giving me another reason to reread my copy. Its been awhile since I read it so I want a refresher before watching anything you upload.
The path diverges into two equal paths. Study for exams and finish applications or halt my life for a week and a half to be ready to spend even more time on youtube. hmmmm. I do wonder which one I will pick. Love you Nick xoxo
Update: There is an audiobook on UA-cam. Am currently giggling because I'm an immature young lady
@@Aphrothena1221 i.... can't even imagine how an audiobook of HoL would even work...
I have to maim my own archives to find this book again. A reread is always great.
did Infochammel tach ya to spell? Geez!
@@harukoharuhara6680 why do you care? sod off walloper.
notice how I misspelled 'teach.' Didja miss the self aware humor?
@@harukoharuhara6680that makes for horrid patter, I want nothing to do with that. Unless you got something useful to say about the topic of this video. Please leave me alone.
Sadly I can't participate in the challenge ( I already read it), but I am so happy you're finally covering this amazing book! *House* of Leaves is one of my favorite books of all time, even though I haven't understood it fully yet, and I'm really glad that now I will learn more about it with your help!
I'm off to the library!
Hey, I read House of Leaves when I was 14 too! Can’t remember how long it took me but I definitely tore through that thing as quickly as I could. Covered my binder in quotes from it. I think it’s so cool that people are finally starting to get into it! I’ve been waiting 15 years for this!! Thanks for the challenge and upcoming series, might actually be able to convince my husband to read it
I actually own this book and never got that far cuz of the crazy amount of very long footnotes that send me into confusion every now and then... guess ill have a reason to read this till the end now!
I have owned this book 7 different times, I have never been able to finish it it because it is just to hard to understand, so Im so glad to see a video about it, thank you sir
Let's get it new vid notification squad
I've read the novel and finished it last year and it was a major impact. I'm glad to see someone else have a deep relationship with the novel too and seeing a project involving it. I can't wait to see where this labyrinth leads!
I was even thinking about finishing reading my copy
Hey night mind, can you believe I got my copy over 2 years ago and I have yet to read it?
My absolute favorite book, I have tattoos from its prose. _You have no idea how happy I am to see you cover it!_
Well, guess who’s going to the library!
I didn't even see this video, just saw the big videos, and as I was already reading, I refused to watch them until after finishing just a few minutes ago. It was the best reading experience I've ever had. It was a damned near life changing experience, and I cannot wait to hear what you have to say on it.
I just told myself that I will not buy any more books after buying 8 book for ~$200, some cost $25...... good thing I don’t have school tomorrow I can just go buy oooooooone more book.... just for this cause I love a challenge and cause NM, I love your work and if this is one of the things we are asked to do, I will go and do it.
Also cause it gives me an excuse to buy a book
Love you Nick! Started watching last year and I love your very unique and fantastic content! I always look forward to your videos!
You had me at challenge tbh. Now to be a VIRUS and infect my friends
House of Leaves is probably my favorite book, and I'v loaned out and lost several copies...but that's okay, as long as somebody else is out there reading them and passing them around. Probably read it through six times since I discovered it ~10 years ago and I'm absolutely thrilled you're covering it!
I haven't finished the book yet, but I know the basic gist of the story. Will you call my work and tell them I need the next couple days off so I can finish it please?
Funny that you've posted this video on my birthday. I had started reading this piece a few years ago but never finished. I'll take this as my chance to finish it AND I now have someone to go over it with! Challenge accepted. Looking forward to this series.
Guess I found my motivation to read House of Leaves
I fell in love in 2006 that was my motivation. Whatever your motivation, read it.
Nice, very nice. Already read it once before, and now and then I re-read parts of it. Really looking forward to see what you're planning
Night Mind says: Reading is FUNdamental!
My favourite youtuber covering my favourite work of art? My body is ready for this!!!!
So can it be sufficiently experienced digitally?
Because I can finish the book in time, but I don't think I can get my hands on a copy that quickly.
Also, great idea on the warning, very annoying to start a video and get spoiler warnings.
If you can manage it, go for it.
If you're getting an ebook of it, just make sure it's either the "2-Color" or "Full-Color" editions. That'll give you the full experience more or less.
@@colin-halter I'm having trouble finding any e-books whatsoever...
@@ultimasys hey there. i have a pdf in color if you want.
@@rainbowtvz Hi, I'm interested in that copy
Been waiting for something like this since 05'. Thank you!!!!
Listen I was at a wedding reception where my boyfriend was giving a speech. Meanwhile, I had 200 pages to go on House of Leaves and was desperately trying to find a PDF copy of it online so I could finish the freaking thing. It's amazing and I'm so pumped for these videos, NightMind!
I'm so glad to see you again! I read this book as an impressional young 22 year old. I felt alone, engulfed, swallowed in unknowable void, and came out 50% more pretentious.
Read it a few years ago. Very strange book.
Yes! Finally somebody else has read this book. I swear to god this is legitimately one of my favorite books ever, but nobody has ever heard of it. I haven't finished the video yet, but I really hope in your analysis, you speak about the album that accompanies the book! Very excited regardless
Reread House of Leaves? Don't gotta ask me twice!
Thank you for the heads up. For those of you new to this series, I think it is best read the first time in dead tree form, and well worth what you will pay for it. Honestly, Nick you did not over sell this on. Cant wait to see what you made of this masterpiece.
Can I also participate with the audiobook? I do a lot of traveling for work and don't have a lot of time to sit down and read, but I want to be involved in this!
Is...there...an...audio...book? I don't know how that would be possible.
@@hanonondricek411 Why? You're acting like I should know when obviously I have no experience with this
@@Crazelord91 there seems to be no audiobook and only illegal pdf versions
i am going to just watch the video.
H0IlFu7xEeI for those interested
Somebody overheard me listening to this video and asked what House of Leaves is, and the enormity of its genius finally dawned on me as I gave them a brief rundown of it. I never knew I wanted you to cover this book, but thank you.