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The Great Divorce by C.S. Lewis // Book discussion
Hi everyone :) I would love to share my thoughts with you on The Great Divorce by C. S. Lewis. I really enjoyed this allegorical tale of his!
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Top 5 Book Series I'd Like to Read
Просмотров 87Год назад
It's good to be back! I'm sorry for not posting videos more regularly, but it's been a hectic time for me. I will do my best to improve ;) This video is a simple Top 5 Book Series I'd like to read in the nearest future (genres: fantasy, classic, historical fiction). Hope some of these sound interesting to you as well! :)
Deciding what books to read // 5 suggestions from my own experience
Просмотров 1142 года назад
Inspired by a question I received from one of you, I decided to make a suggestions video this time around. "How do you finally settle on the books to read among the many that you come across and how are you able to focus on the books that you've set your eyes on before moving on to others?" This is the question I will be answering in this video. Hope the 5 suggestions I talk about can be of som...
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets // Book discussion WITH SPOILERS
Просмотров 1392 года назад
I'm back with a new video on Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets by J.K. Rowling. I know it's been a while, so sorry! Hope you enjoy it :)
Classics I want to read in 2022!
Просмотров 2092 года назад
Here is a list of 5 classics that I would like to read this year. What are the classics you'd like to get to? Books mentioned in this video: 1. Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky 2. Great Expectations by Charles Dickens 3. The Morality of Mrs. Dulska by Gabriela Zapolska 4. The Leopard by Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa 5. Emma by Jane Austen OR 6. Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen
Medallions by Zofia Nałkowska // book discussion
Просмотров 1552 года назад
Since we recently commemorated the International Holocaust Rememberance Day, I really wanted to share my thoughts on Nałkowska's Medallions with you. This book was incredibly impactful for me, and I hope it can be the same for you. Nałkowska, Zofia. Medaliony. Siedmioróg: Wrocław, 2016.
Anne of Green Gables by Lucy M. Montgomery // Reading vlog
Просмотров 2082 года назад
Hope you enjoy my Anne of Green Gables reading vlog :) I had so much fun reading this book! Can't recommend it enough! Montegomery, L.M. Anne of Green Gables. Arcturus Publishing Limited, 2020.
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone by J.K. Rowling // Book discussion
Просмотров 2243 года назад
I finally finished all 7 books, and I can't wait to share my thoughts with you on the first book in the series: Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone. What are your thoughts on this book? :) Rowling, J.K. Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone. Bloomsbury, 2014.
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis // Narnia conversations 1
Просмотров 2693 года назад
Let's talk Narnia! :) My short video conversations on Narnia begin with C.S. Lewis' The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. What are your thoughts on the book? Lewis, C. S. The Chronicles of Narnia. Harper Collins, 2002.
Good books for the Easter season // 2021
Просмотров 1323 года назад
Easter is right around the corner! :) In this video, I'm sharing some of the books I have been reading in March, which are great for this period of Lent and Easter :) Do you have any recommendations for me? :) 1. The Story of a Soul by Therese of Lisieux 2. Pope Benedict XVI. Jesus of Nazareth: Holy Week: From the Entrance into Jerusalem to the Resurrection. 3. Poems by Jan Twardowski (Polish t...
2021 Classics Reading Challenge // What I hope to read #classicscommunity
Просмотров 4153 года назад
I am two months late, but I'd like to share my TBR list for the 2021 CLASSICS READING CHALLENGE. A huge thank you to @lucythereader for this amazing idea, I am very happy to be part of the #classicscommunity. :) The books I mention in this video: 1. Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë 2. War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy 3. Przedwiośnie (The Coming Spring) by Stefan Żeromski 4. Pinocchio by Carlo Collodi ...
Classic detective novels, part 2 // Book discussion
Просмотров 1113 года назад
Part 2 of my classic detective novels series! I'm sharing my thoughts on two Agatha Christie novels and one Sherlock Holmes book. If you have any recommendations for detective/mystery novels that you think I should read, please let me know in the comments below! Christie, Agatha. The ABC Murders. HarperCollins, 2011. Christie, Agatha. The Murder of Roger Ackroyd. HarperCollins, 2002. Conan Doyl...
Mansfield Park by Jane Austen // Book discussion
Просмотров 2,7 тыс.3 года назад
First Jane Austen book on my channel: Mansfield Park! Let's dive in! :) What Jane Austen novel would you like me to talk about on my channel next? Austen, Jane. Mansfield Park. Barnes and Noble; Collector's Edition, 2007.
The Turn of the Screw by Henry James // Book discussion
Просмотров 6 тыс.3 года назад
What a great read! I had a lot of fun with Henry James's The Turn of the Screw. If you've read this book, let me know what you think. If not, I recommend you do! :) James, Henry. The Turn of the Screw. Giunti Classics, 2004.
Animal Farm by George Orwell // Book discussion
Просмотров 8353 года назад
Animal Farm by George Orwell // Book discussion
The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien // Reading vlog
Просмотров 1,3 тыс.3 года назад
The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien // Reading vlog
Thanksgiving recommendations // Books I'm thankful for :)
Просмотров 1033 года назад
Thanksgiving recommendations // Books I'm thankful for :)
The Green Mile by Stephen King // book discussion
Просмотров 5944 года назад
The Green Mile by Stephen King // book discussion
The Letters of Nicodemus (Listy Nikodema) by Jan Dobraczyński // book discussion
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The Letters of Nicodemus (Listy Nikodema) by Jan Dobraczyński // book discussion
Frankenstein by Mary Shelley // Book discussion
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Frankenstein by Mary Shelley // Book discussion
The Shadow of the Father (Cień Ojca) // book discussion
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The Shadow of the Father (Cień Ojca) // book discussion
Classic detective novels // Book discussion
Просмотров 4364 года назад
Classic detective novels // Book discussion
A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens // Book discussion
Просмотров 1724 года назад
A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens // Book discussion
C.S. Lewis A Grief Observed // Book discussion
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C.S. Lewis A Grief Observed // Book discussion
The Jeweler's Shop // Book discussion
Просмотров 4355 лет назад
The Jeweler's Shop // Book discussion
Poetry with Wisława Szymborska
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Poetry with Wisława Szymborska
Le petit prince//Book discussion
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Le petit prince//Book discussion
Barabbas by Pär Lagerkvist// Book discussion
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Barabbas by Pär Lagerkvist// Book discussion
Let me introduce myself!
Просмотров 3945 лет назад
Let me introduce myself!

Комментарии

  • @authordeborahjeanwhite6188
    @authordeborahjeanwhite6188 13 дней назад

    I ve just finished chapter one - great start

  • @marichristian
    @marichristian 22 дня назад

    Nobody seems to have any suspicions about the uncle- who seems to have given free reign of the house to Mr. Quint. He deliberately chooses an ingenue as governess, and seems to approve of the fact that as a clergyman's daughter, she would be a a well indoctrinated Christian. The care of her brothers and sisters ensures that she has the experience to be a naive but nurturing presence.

  • @34tgroan
    @34tgroan 24 дня назад

    The narrator comes across as silly and melodramatic. I lost patience and DNF it.

  • @ruanstrydom7533
    @ruanstrydom7533 Месяц назад

    Great review!I have only read 2 of his books before:A grief observed and mere Christianity.Both were fascinating reads and after watching your review of this book , I feel that I definitely need to add this book to my list of books I want to read.Just curious , have you read any of CS Lewis's other works and which is your favourite?

  • @ruanstrydom7533
    @ruanstrydom7533 2 месяца назад

    Great review!After watching your review of this book , I definitely need to pick up this book in the future.I have only read one of his books before(Mere Christianity)and enjoyed it a lot.Just curious , what CS Lewis book is your favourite or havent you read any of his other books?Another great book about grief and loss is Rainer Maria Rilke's book called The dark interval.

  • @Werasliwa
    @Werasliwa 2 месяца назад

    Muszee przeczytac te ksiazke! Chcialabym tez ogromnie zaczac kanal po angielsku fajnie jest widziec inne polskie osoby ktore tez prowadza swoj kanal w taki sposob. ❤❤

  • @panchitaobrian1660
    @panchitaobrian1660 3 месяца назад

    before you start talking about "ugly reality" of that time period it would be really great if you realised the "ugly reality" of our time period. When analphabets start discussing classical novels better to cover your years...

  • @uncatila
    @uncatila 3 месяца назад

    The Jewler symbizes God thr Father. the Priest Represents The Son. and the love that touches the charscters represrnts thr holy Spirit. the Dr represrnts thr unwisr virgin and hes always borowing money.

  • @heraalltheway
    @heraalltheway 5 месяцев назад

    Thank you <3

  • @cat_pb
    @cat_pb 9 месяцев назад

    Thank you for your review~ I am in the process of reading this book as well as Love and Responsibility by the same author. Do you have goodreads account? I would like to follow your readings there! Thanks again

  • @Michael-iw3ek
    @Michael-iw3ek 10 месяцев назад

    What a cute creature.

  • @sammas2959
    @sammas2959 10 месяцев назад

    This book or the video of it is junk. It's purported to tell the story from an animals perspective but still dictated by human. Its conclusion has no value. There is no need to write a story about how a knife can't cut itself. In this aspect George Ordwell failed.

  • @waynemcauliffe-fv5yf
    @waynemcauliffe-fv5yf Год назад

    Cheers. All in her head

  • @justbc4769
    @justbc4769 Год назад

    I liked this book a lot although there was at least one thing I didn´t agree with. I loved the messages, the plot, the description of the place and the end. C.S Lewis was an amazing writer.

  • @Kevin_Reads
    @Kevin_Reads Год назад

    Great video! I appreciated the comment on happiness requiring other people. The trinity is an expression of how the very nature of love requires a lover, a loved, and the love between them (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit). Always great to see that highlighted in literature!

  • @ofbooksandsoul9154
    @ofbooksandsoul9154 Год назад

    Oops, sorry about the mistake at the beginning of the video where I say the book is non-fiction!

  • @MaciekSter
    @MaciekSter Год назад

    Domcia!! Your editing has gotten so much better since you started. I'm super proud of you. :')

    • @ofbooksandsoul9154
      @ofbooksandsoul9154 Год назад

      Really?? Aww thanks Macius! I'm trying my best and hopefully will get even better at this :)

  • @DzisiajwBetlejemSylwiaHazboun

    We missed you! 🤩

  • @Mrkdcamerman
    @Mrkdcamerman Год назад

    Great

  • @Mrkdcamerman
    @Mrkdcamerman Год назад

    Great video

  • @redtheredhairedlady734
    @redtheredhairedlady734 Год назад

    Where are you from?

  • @jfthiesen2947
    @jfthiesen2947 Год назад

    At the present TIME any SYSTEM is corrupted in the Way of ANIMAL FARM ❗️😎❗️

    • @jfthiesen2947
      @jfthiesen2947 Год назад

      All animals are equal, some are more ❗️👍❗️

  • @emmaphilo4049
    @emmaphilo4049 2 года назад

    Russian literature is amazing🤩🤩🤩🤩

  • @emmaphilo4049
    @emmaphilo4049 2 года назад

    Hello, I am from France 👋 I love books too so I subscribed :)

  • @DzisiajwBetlejemSylwiaHazboun
    @DzisiajwBetlejemSylwiaHazboun 2 года назад

    You're back! :D

  • @marytracogna5196
    @marytracogna5196 2 года назад

    Great to see your video and loved listening to your book review. M

  • @cabmangray1423
    @cabmangray1423 2 года назад

    I'm definitely a mood/whim reader. I do keep within the fantasy and mystery/thriller genres though. Currently hooked on Alice Feeny. Very twisty type stories. Thanks for the tips.

  • @tayluvofficial
    @tayluvofficial 2 года назад

    so, what do you work at? Teacher?

  • @gisinatrag
    @gisinatrag 2 года назад

    Wonderful like always 😊 we are waiting for your next video

  • @mari3051
    @mari3051 2 года назад

    I'm a big fan of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, I think it's a really great book and brings a good reflexion about the pureblood supremacy and other topics you mentioned in the video. Love this book discussion!! ❤

  • @DzisiajwBetlejemSylwiaHazboun
    @DzisiajwBetlejemSylwiaHazboun 2 года назад

    Hej hej! Co u Ciebie?

    • @ofbooksandsoul9154
      @ofbooksandsoul9154 2 года назад

      Hej Sylwia! Wszystko ok :) a u was? nie działa mi FB więc nie mam jak się z tobą skontaktować...

  • @tomlabooks3263
    @tomlabooks3263 2 года назад

    Excellent commentary! I just read this book and, as a catholic myself, I loved it so much. Good to find your channel, I just subscribed. I also talk about books on my channel.

  • @tayluvofficial
    @tayluvofficial 2 года назад

    One of my favorite books!

  • @kelleymcfadden9675
    @kelleymcfadden9675 2 года назад

    Allow me to share my best friend's story of true hope. I pray it is a help to you. Precious Memories-By Sonya Lakey Family Story Little did our family of six know that Friday evening, September 24th, 2021, would be the last night our family would be complete. We laughed together, played games, sang, and enjoyed listening as our 16-year-old son, Ethan, played the piano for us. I packed a lunch for Ethan for a church mountain hike he was going on the following day. My mother (who was visiting from out of state) and I woke early with Ethan on Saturday morning. He hugged me and smiled, never pulling away or rushing me. He got in the car, waved, said he'd see me later and he loved me. It was hard to watch my "new driver" heading out on his own that morning. As Ethan pulled out of the gate, I turned to my mother and said, "It's just so hard letting go." Little did I know how much "letting go" I was really doing. That was the last time I saw Ethan. He did not make it home that evening. That afternoon, a friend tried to contact my husband, leaving an urgent message to call him back. He tried several times to return the call to no avail. As we were preparing supper, an overwhelming feeling of deep concern for Ethan filled my heart. I quietly blinked back tears. I glanced out the window, half expecting to see a police officer pull up to the house, but no one arrived. However, within a few minutes, a patrol car DID pull into the driveway. In my heart, I feared the worst. My husband and I went out to meet the officer, who confirmed our fears. Hesitantly, he told us our son had fallen off of a bluff and had succumbed to his injuries. Our hearts were crushed; they still are. Yet, in all of our brokenness, deep, continual grief and loneliness, our family has such a blessed Hope and assurance that we will see our dear son and brother again. You see, when Ethan was a young boy, he was saved; he put his faith in Jesus alone to forgive his sins and to take him to Heaven when he died. He realized some very important truths from the Bible that he would want to share with you. His Story Everyone is a sinner. Sin is any violation of God’s Law. God is holy, just and righteous, and He cannot allow sin in His presence. Ethan realized that he - like all of us - had sinned; and his sin separated Him from God. “For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; ” (Romans 3:23) “Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin; and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned:” (Romans 5:12) He understood that, because of his sin, he deserved to spend eternity in Hell. “For the wages of sin is death;” (Romans 6:23a) [Wages: price] “But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.” (Revelation 21:8) Ethan believed that Jesus, God’s Son, paid the price for all sin when He died on the cross - because His sinless sacrifice was the only thing that could satisfy the just demands of a righteous, holy God. Jesus was buried in a borrowed tomb, but He arose the third day, triumphant over sin, death, and Hell. Jesus is alive today! “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” (John 3:16) “For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast.” (Ephesians 2:8-9) Ethan was sorry for his sin, repented (turned), and received by faith the free gift that God offered to him. “For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” (Romans 10:13) “...but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.” (Romans 6:23b) Because of this great salvation, Ethan lived his life serving Jesus. He worked hard to spread this Good News to the world. He is alive in Heaven with Jesus today; and because of this great HOPE in Christ, we know we will see him again soon - not because he was a great kid, but because of his faith in the great Saviour! “And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand.” (John 10:28) Your Story What about you? What if you had fallen to your death that day - What if you were to die today? Where will you spend eternity - Heaven or the Lake of Fire? There will not be any parties in the Lake of Fire. It is a place of eternal torment for those who reject God's Son. The Word of God is very clear that there is only One Way to Heaven. “Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.” (John 14:6) We did not know that Ethan would step into eternity that day; however, because he put his faith in Jesus alone for his salvation, Ethan was ready to go. Some day - perhaps today - you will take your last breath here on earth, and you will step into eternity. Where you spend eternity is determined by what you do with Jesus Christ. Will you accept Him or reject Him? You are not promised another day or another breath. Eternity begins soon - Are you ready? “...Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved…” (Acts 16:31b) “For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” (Romans 10:13) “(...behold, now is the day of salvation.)” (2 Corinthians 6:2c) ****************************** This testimony has been made into a tract form as well, so if you or your church are interested in having them to pass out, please go to libertyfaith.net and you will find the contact info there. God bless! Tribute to Ethan Lakey ruclips.net/video/EhobcQZ6Qb8/видео.html

  • @NOlsen8
    @NOlsen8 2 года назад

    Beautiful review! Thank you so much!!

  • @FoxzLady
    @FoxzLady 2 года назад

    You’ve discussed great points! I’d really wished you’d made the video with spoilers to pick up more of your views! Specially the ending! Thanks for this great review!

    • @ClearOutSamskaras
      @ClearOutSamskaras 2 года назад

      You wish that she had revealed a number of spoilers?

    • @ofbooksandsoul9154
      @ofbooksandsoul9154 2 года назад

      Thank you! I'm thinking of doing that in my future videos because I'd like to be able to go a bit deeper with my analysis.

    • @DavideMazzetti
      @DavideMazzetti 4 месяца назад

      Why would you want spoilers???

    • @Rash23215
      @Rash23215 Месяц назад

      ​@@DavideMazzetti because in that we can have thorough discussion

  • @maxaval1240
    @maxaval1240 2 года назад

    Magnificent!!!Just got the book thanks to your video!! Long live Yashua!!

  • @RusticPages
    @RusticPages 2 года назад

    Such a fun reading Vlog! I’m reading Tolkien’s work for the first time as well and just finished The Hobbit 😊 Excited to start LOTR next! Love all the fall colors!! 🍂

  • @mr.sherlockholmes6130
    @mr.sherlockholmes6130 2 года назад

    I just lost my father 3 weeks ago.’ It’s very hard and moments of Grief and pure suffering. I hope this book will help me. A death ends a life not a Relationship

    • @kelleymcfadden9675
      @kelleymcfadden9675 2 года назад

      Allow me to share my best friend's story of true hope. I pray it is a help to you. Precious Memories-By Sonya Lakey Family Story Little did our family of six know that Friday evening, September 24th, 2021, would be the last night our family would be complete. We laughed together, played games, sang, and enjoyed listening as our 16-year-old son, Ethan, played the piano for us. I packed a lunch for Ethan for a church mountain hike he was going on the following day. My mother (who was visiting from out of state) and I woke early with Ethan on Saturday morning. He hugged me and smiled, never pulling away or rushing me. He got in the car, waved, said he'd see me later and he loved me. It was hard to watch my "new driver" heading out on his own that morning. As Ethan pulled out of the gate, I turned to my mother and said, "It's just so hard letting go." Little did I know how much "letting go" I was really doing. That was the last time I saw Ethan. He did not make it home that evening. That afternoon, a friend tried to contact my husband, leaving an urgent message to call him back. He tried several times to return the call to no avail. As we were preparing supper, an overwhelming feeling of deep concern for Ethan filled my heart. I quietly blinked back tears. I glanced out the window, half expecting to see a police officer pull up to the house, but no one arrived. However, within a few minutes, a patrol car DID pull into the driveway. In my heart, I feared the worst. My husband and I went out to meet the officer, who confirmed our fears. Hesitantly, he told us our son had fallen off of a bluff and had succumbed to his injuries. Our hearts were crushed; they still are. Yet, in all of our brokenness, deep, continual grief and loneliness, our family has such a blessed Hope and assurance that we will see our dear son and brother again. You see, when Ethan was a young boy, he was saved; he put his faith in Jesus alone to forgive his sins and to take him to Heaven when he died. He realized some very important truths from the Bible that he would want to share with you. His Story Everyone is a sinner. Sin is any violation of God’s Law. God is holy, just and righteous, and He cannot allow sin in His presence. Ethan realized that he - like all of us - had sinned; and his sin separated Him from God. “For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; ” (Romans 3:23) “Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin; and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned:” (Romans 5:12) He understood that, because of his sin, he deserved to spend eternity in Hell. “For the wages of sin is death;” (Romans 6:23a) [Wages: price] “But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.” (Revelation 21:8) Ethan believed that Jesus, God’s Son, paid the price for all sin when He died on the cross - because His sinless sacrifice was the only thing that could satisfy the just demands of a righteous, holy God. Jesus was buried in a borrowed tomb, but He arose the third day, triumphant over sin, death, and Hell. Jesus is alive today! “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” (John 3:16) “For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast.” (Ephesians 2:8-9) Ethan was sorry for his sin, repented (turned), and received by faith the free gift that God offered to him. “For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” (Romans 10:13) “...but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.” (Romans 6:23b) Because of this great salvation, Ethan lived his life serving Jesus. He worked hard to spread this Good News to the world. He is alive in Heaven with Jesus today; and because of this great HOPE in Christ, we know we will see him again soon - not because he was a great kid, but because of his faith in the great Saviour! “And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand.” (John 10:28) Your Story What about you? What if you had fallen to your death that day - What if you were to die today? Where will you spend eternity - Heaven or the Lake of Fire? There will not be any parties in the Lake of Fire. It is a place of eternal torment for those who reject God's Son. The Word of God is very clear that there is only One Way to Heaven. “Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.” (John 14:6) We did not know that Ethan would step into eternity that day; however, because he put his faith in Jesus alone for his salvation, Ethan was ready to go. Some day - perhaps today - you will take your last breath here on earth, and you will step into eternity. Where you spend eternity is determined by what you do with Jesus Christ. Will you accept Him or reject Him? You are not promised another day or another breath. Eternity begins soon - Are you ready? “...Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved…” (Acts 16:31b) “For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” (Romans 10:13) “(...behold, now is the day of salvation.)” (2 Corinthians 6:2c) ****************************** This testimony has been made into a tract form as well, so if you or your church are interested in having them to pass out, please go to libertyfaith.net and you will find the contact info there. God bless! Tribute to Ethan Lakey ruclips.net/video/EhobcQZ6Qb8/видео.html

  • @jamesmadambo8282
    @jamesmadambo8282 2 года назад

    Hi Dama, James from Kenya here. Thanks for how you let me into your world of books that it may become mine too. I'm curious to know,how do you finally settle on the books to read among the many that you come across and how are you able to focus on the books that you've set your eyes on before moving on to others. Though I've improved a lot,for me, I experience a kind of being pulled in all directions in the face of the 'sea' of beautiful books that I come across. I'd also love to hear when and how you read your books. Thanks,sorry if it's too much to ask.

    • @ofbooksandsoul9154
      @ofbooksandsoul9154 2 года назад

      Hi James! I totally understand, I have the same problem ;) Your question inspired me to do a whole video answering it, hope you like it! ruclips.net/video/SNamZzYU5R8/видео.html

  • @mk17173n
    @mk17173n 2 года назад

    RUclips recommended me your channel based on me looking up Hobbit Books. I am glad I found your channel. You seem like a very kind gentle person. Loved your video. Hi from USA!!!

    • @ofbooksandsoul9154
      @ofbooksandsoul9154 2 года назад

      Thank you so much! That’s so sweet of you to say :)

  • @cabmangray1423
    @cabmangray1423 2 года назад

    It's been a few years since I read those but have started reading Christie again. It seems you enjoy the character of Hercule Poirot. If you get a chance to watch an episode or one of the movies with David Suchet as Poirot. Perfect, spot on portrayal.

    • @ofbooksandsoul9154
      @ofbooksandsoul9154 2 года назад

      Great, thank you for the suggestion! :) Which Agatha Christie books would you recommend I read next?

  • @cabmangray1423
    @cabmangray1423 2 года назад

    I realize I'm late to this party but And Then There Were None is not only my favorite Christie book but in my top 3 favorite books I've ever read. I read this in 1980 and has been very influential in my reading tastes. Great video.

    • @ofbooksandsoul9154
      @ofbooksandsoul9154 2 года назад

      Really? And how did it end up in the top 3? 😊 thank you!

    • @cabmangray1423
      @cabmangray1423 2 года назад

      @@ofbooksandsoul9154 I was 14 when I read it. I had always been interested in atmospheric whodunits. Read the back and when you have 10 secluded individuals that start to get murdered one by one following a poem, I was all in. And the ending, unexpected. That book has always stayed with me. Started me on my path to reading on a regular basis. It's what I needed at that moment. I recommend it to anyone that likes or wants to read a mystery. I do prefer the book ending over the play. I've read many of her books. Enjoyed most of them.

    • @ofbooksandsoul9154
      @ofbooksandsoul9154 2 года назад

      @@cabmangray1423 i had the same thing! The description on the back really pulled me in and I enjoyed the book a ton! 😊

  • @veronikabecickova5538
    @veronikabecickova5538 2 года назад

    This book was the first one I read by the author. I was sixteen. I think it's Jane Austen's best book 🤗❣️

  • @staspanasevich8124
    @staspanasevich8124 2 года назад

    Thanks for a great recommendation!

  • @NoreenHoltzen
    @NoreenHoltzen 2 года назад

    I liked your summary because you described the metaphors directly but without applying to various political regimes which most analyst try to do superficially. It’s important to note where it was published, for example it was not published in the Soviet Union, so we can expect it to need to be framed suitable to not criticism our own established power. Nevertheless, the original introduction (which very few have read) to Animal Farm that Orwell wished to publish with the book, he stated that it was as much anti-British as anything else because the propaganda systems here in Britain are just as effective, and systems of power just as separate to public representation as anywhere else. In his words, the local methods of coercion are more subtle and clever though through processes that include rampant indoctrination starting from preschool, filtering and framing facts, selection during a journalist career to weed out “difficult” people asking actual questions, and that “it wouldn’t do to say” (literally Orwell’s words) certain things. This introduction was censored ironically (exactly as he was describing in the introduction itself) and even with his introduction removed, Orwell obviously had no choice but to frame the book in a way that suited establishment under the publishers, and various edits were necessary. Look it up for yourself by searching “original introduction to animal farm”. Quite separately to this while Animal Farm is very clearly a deserved satire on the Soviet Union, its greatest criticism of the Russian leaders is that they sold out socialist principle to accommodate themselves with capitalist countries ("The creatures outside looked from pig to man, and from man to pig, and from pig to man again; but already it was impossible to say which was which”).

    • @sammas2959
      @sammas2959 10 месяцев назад

      This book or the video of it is junk. It's purported to tell the story from an animals perspective but still dictated by human. Its conclusion has no value. There is no need to write a story about how a knife can't cut itself. In this aspect George Ordwell failed.

  • @annanalepa6278
    @annanalepa6278 3 года назад

    My beloved book from childhood ;) never stops fascinating me. Greetings from Kraków ;)

    • @ofbooksandsoul9154
      @ofbooksandsoul9154 3 года назад

      I know! Me too! :)

    • @iolerandazzo3175
      @iolerandazzo3175 2 года назад

      Thank you for the beutiful way you have introduced this lovely book. I enjoy the keywords, the music and the images you' ve used. Mostly your ability to make me wish reading this book just in a few minutes and in a few words. So, let's start my " reading time"!

  • @simonkopera20
    @simonkopera20 3 года назад

    Cool! Where are you from? Your Polish pronunciation is great!

    • @ofbooksandsoul9154
      @ofbooksandsoul9154 3 года назад

      Thanks! I'm Polish ;) Currently living outside of Poland, but hopefully one day I will be back :)

  • @tbee1575
    @tbee1575 3 года назад

    This was a great review. Nice job. I will be purchasing. Keep up the good work. New subscriber!

  • @glendodds3824
    @glendodds3824 3 года назад

    As you highlight, Mr Rushworth was very rich. Indeed, he had an annual income of £12,000, a vast sum at the time. He says that his grounds covered ‘a good seven hundred” acres. Hence his estate is often said to total 700 acres but this figure refers to his very large park, not his entire estate, most of which would have consisted of land farmed by tenants. For instance, Swinton Park, an estate in North Yorkshire, has a park of 200 acres but the whole estate covers 20,000.