The thing I remember most vividly from this novel is just how gorgeously it was written. I agree that every word feels like it carries weight. It's interesting that John would become so religious despite his awful stepfather. You really made me want to reread this!
Thanks for watching and commenting. This book was one of those reading experiences that just floored me. I don't know what I was expecting, but this book surpassed any expectations that I had. The John character's religious epiphany seemed weird to me as well, but apparently Baldwin himself had the same experience and then later abandoned Christianity all together.
I recently bought all his books to read. James Baldwin is a master in his writing. But, he's also a remarkable person. Check out his interview with Nikki Giovani.
I have seen that interview. Nikki Giovani is such an amazing person as well.. Baldwin's writing is so underrated, but, as you well know, his ideas are so amazing that they obscure the writing. I am hoping to read a bunch of Baldwin's essays this year. Thanks for your comment.
Maybe you already have read it by the time this comment is written, but I want to recommend memoir "Notes of a native son" in the book "Notes of a native son" by James Baldwin. It gives "Go tell it on the mountain" a stronger foundation and understanding to how "Go tell it on the mountain" is connected to Baldwin's own life
I'm currently reading this book and am stunned by the poetic and beautiful writing style. I have to say I'm struggling reading about someone as intensely written and cruel as Gabriel is, but I plan on finishing this book soon.
It was my first Baldwin book and I was immediately in awe of the writing and the power of the story. It is tough reading at times, but worth it I think. Thanks for your great comment.
This sounds fascinating. James Baldwin's name sounded familiar, but I didn't remember where I'd heard of him before until you mentioned his speaking. I remember studying some of his ideas in school, perhaps essays if he wrote them, or short excerpts? Either way, he was such an incredibly and underrated figure. I don't think I was aware he'd written novels.
I have had that old used copy of _Go Tell It On The Mountain_ for years. Like you, I knew of Baldwin as a public figure and a speaker. I guess because of that my expectations for the novel weren't very high, but it blew me away.
😊just finished and your comment are quite accurate. Ive been a Baldwin fan for 30 years but somehow couldnt read this when I was younger. Love his wotk even more now😊
Thank you so much for your kind reply. I recently purchased a beautiful photography book that was a collaboration between Mr. Baldwin and Steve Shapiro. Haven't started yet, just browsed some pictures. Looks promising
The thing I remember most vividly from this novel is just how gorgeously it was written. I agree that every word feels like it carries weight. It's interesting that John would become so religious despite his awful stepfather. You really made me want to reread this!
Thanks for watching and commenting. This book was one of those reading experiences that just floored me. I don't know what I was expecting, but this book surpassed any expectations that I had. The John character's religious epiphany seemed weird to me as well, but apparently Baldwin himself had the same experience and then later abandoned Christianity all together.
I recently bought all his books to read. James Baldwin is a master in his writing. But, he's also a remarkable person. Check out his interview with Nikki Giovani.
I have seen that interview. Nikki Giovani is such an amazing person as well..
Baldwin's writing is so underrated, but, as you well know, his ideas are so amazing that they obscure the writing.
I am hoping to read a bunch of Baldwin's essays this year.
Thanks for your comment.
Maybe you already have read it by the time this comment is written, but I want to recommend memoir "Notes of a native son" in the book "Notes of a native son" by James Baldwin. It gives "Go tell it on the mountain" a stronger foundation and understanding to how "Go tell it on the mountain" is connected to Baldwin's own life
I have not read _Notes of a Native Son_ but I am working my way slowly through Baldwin. Thanks for the recommendation.
Just started reading it, as someone who's on the Young Side, im enjoying it so far.
@@PrinceXPenguini Glad to hear that!
I'm currently reading this book and am stunned by the poetic and beautiful writing style. I have to say I'm struggling reading about someone as intensely written and cruel as Gabriel is, but I plan on finishing this book soon.
It was my first Baldwin book and I was immediately in awe of the writing and the power of the story. It is tough reading at times, but worth it I think. Thanks for your great comment.
Can't wait to read
It is remarkable. Have you read other novels by Baldwin?
This sounds fascinating. James Baldwin's name sounded familiar, but I didn't remember where I'd heard of him before until you mentioned his speaking. I remember studying some of his ideas in school, perhaps essays if he wrote them, or short excerpts? Either way, he was such an incredibly and underrated figure. I don't think I was aware he'd written novels.
I have had that old used copy of _Go Tell It On The Mountain_ for years. Like you, I knew of Baldwin as a public figure and a speaker. I guess because of that my expectations for the novel weren't very high, but it blew me away.
😊just finished and your comment are quite accurate. Ive been a Baldwin fan for 30 years but somehow couldnt read this when I was younger. Love his wotk even more now😊
He has become a favorite over the last five years. Thanks for watching and commenting.
Thank you so much for your kind reply. I recently purchased a beautiful photography book that was a collaboration between Mr. Baldwin and Steve Shapiro. Haven't started yet, just browsed some pictures. Looks promising
@@monicaangelini3324 That sounds great! I’ll have to look for it.
thank you..very useful
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It is a great book.