dmarlett

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  1. You only have to compete with 90 years of academia judging every comment you make. No sweat right? Hopefully you are able to make a case for this book as to why it is considered so important. I read it earlier in the year and I'm scratching my head as to why it's relevant now (I'm assuming it was groundbreaking in its time for some reason).
  2. This is why I am pro-Union.
  3. Around 50. *sigh* EDIT: Oh wait, that was the number of games I haven't finished. I think it's closer to 10.
  4. TInker Tailor Soldier Spy

    I wouldn't recommend the Dragon Tattoo books (Millennium Trilogy) for you then. They contain a lot more blah blah filler that's a little outdated and pertaining solely to Sweden.
  5. Watched the movie and recently read the book. The movie has a much more coherent story arc but the novel digs far deeper in to the frustration and inner turmoil of Paul Kemp. Ultimately the stories are completely different and accent very different themes. I think the movie tried to emulate Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas a little too much with similar (and unrelated) drug scenes that didn't mesh well into the story. I agree completely. The Proud Highway, while not strictly in the Gonzo style, is a fascinating collection of his early letters.
  6. Idle Thumbs Ruinationcast

    That episode was slightly painful. At least it sounded painful for the hosts. Good job. Finally picked up Tokyo Jungle. I love how a Pomeranian can take down a lion. Very addicting though.
  7. Audio books

    For audio books it really depends on the reader. I would go with something done by Frank Muller. http://frankmullerhome.com/booklist.html
  8. Dark Souls(Demon's Souls successor)

    You can actually skip Lower Undeadburg, The Depths, and most of Blighttown if you really wanted to. All you need is that Master Key.
  9. TInker Tailor Soldier Spy

    Just finished the book. It does get a lot better toward the end. I only have one gripe about the book.
  10. TInker Tailor Soldier Spy

    I must be in the slog portion. There are a few bits that I think are very interesting but so far they are small islands in a bog. I'm about halfway through the book at the moment. Not gonna put it down because I want to see where this is going.
  11. Baldur's Gate Enhanced Edition

    Well, the tone of the final level has changed forever for me.
  12. Dark Souls(Demon's Souls successor)

    I couldn't stop playing this game until I got all of the trophies. I was similarly entranced with Demon's Souls. This made it into my top ten games. Unfortunately it is a bit easier than it's predecessor. Still a ton of fun.
  13. TInker Tailor Soldier Spy

    I can get back to you in a couple of days on that. I just picked it up from the library. What I'm concerned with is that it is like the 5th book dealing with the same protagonist.
  14. The Binding of Isaac

    Late to the party but I finally picked this up. Fantastic game, but with the luck factor I feel like I'm at the mercy of God when I play this. Managed to beat Mom the day I purchased it but I have a feeling that wasn't all my skill.
  15. Baldur's Gate Enhanced Edition

    BG2 is my favorite game of all time, so I'll probably check it out. Unfortunately (not really) it wasn't too long ago I purchased the Dungeons and Dragons Anthology: The Master Collection with Baldur's Gate, Tales from the Sword Coast, Baldur's Gate II, Throne of Bhaal, Icewind Dale, Icewind Dale II, The Temple of Elemental Evil, and Planescape Torment all in one bundle updated to run on modern machines. I don't see the need to buy this game a fourth time quite yet.
  16. Ah, um... yeah. We all thought that was too obvious to point out.
  17. You need to read what other people are reading. So whip out that Fifty Shades of Grey and watch people flock to have a conversation with you.
  18. Moving is what prompted me to buy a kindle. I replaced a lot of the public domain books so I could whittle down the shelf. I like the physical books a little more but I also love the convenience of a kindle. I don't think I could read very many books on devices with back lighting. But most of my reading is done through audio books. I'm lucky to have a job where I can work and listen to books with a good degree of attention (it helps I'm an auditory learner). I can also get a jump start on housework and not feel like I'm wasting my time.
  19. New people: Read this, say hi.

    Hello, new here but not to the podcasts. Wanted to join primarily for the bookcast discussions considering I am usually pretty late to the party on most games (on a budget and all that).
  20. I loved The Sense of an Ending. What I found fascinating what Tony's description of his thought process that subtly changed over the years (or more accurately how he perceived it's changing). Having a philosophy minor I remember having the same inclinations to have the "right authors" on my bookshelf and pontificating with my friends about the most basic of philosophies like we were hot shit. Also trying to monopolize the time of the "smart kid" as if simple association added value to your own self-esteem high score. In regards to the "Show don't tell" argument earlier in the thread I feel that this book succeeds. Barnes is showing a thought process rather than the action in and of themselves. The story is about the reminiscing itself. It would be very hard to explore that theme without presenting a character who explores his memories in a colloquial, conversational way rather than a literary flashback. You wouldn't see the holes in his memory with the latter and the novel would be weaker for it. The twist at the end was secondary, but helped give the author an ending point that tied up the story in a neat little bow. I can understand if some of the readers thought it was a little too precious but it didn't bother me. Looking forward to the discussion. Don't be intimidated by the posts in the thread as ultimately a book club is about how each book speaks to you personally. You can go into as deep or shallow of an analysis as you want. Just have fun.
  21. I wouldn't mind revisiting Bel Canto by Ann Patchett or Mariette in Ecstasy by Rob Hanson. They aren't super long yet can generate plenty of discussion. Much like an email that can be read on the podcast.
  22. New website!

    Woo! And with a brand new bookcast.