Wow wow wow, my RUclips recommended this video and I'm SO pleased. I am also a lover of Russian literature and Russian history. I can't wait to watch all your videos!
I' m glad for you getting to wonderful historic Brattle Books. I got to the original and planned to return the next month as I loved it, of course, then tragedy struck. This was before you were born, so thankfully, you neednt miss it. And the recent one is much larger.
I was told of the first location and the tragedy. I am glad that they have the space they do know, but a part of me wishes to have known the original as well!
I’m obsessed with thevRomanovs, too. Actually I love all monarchical history! The book that got me started, though, was the wonderful NICHOLAS AND ALEXANDRA.
Oh, Florence! I would love to learn about that beautiful city. Also, HOLD UP. Dostoevsky had short stories?! Here I am, intimidated by all his huge works but wanting to dive in. All the while, this exists! (Forgive my ignorance. I am a product of the Chicago Publik Skool Sistem.)
I am very excited about the Florence book too! Yes! He has a very long catalog of short stories that are wonderful! I would highly recommend "The Dream of a Ridiculous Man," "White Nights" and "The Crocodile!"
I’m glad you found so many books at the Brattle that partially satisfy your never ending thirst for Russian history. Soon you will be able to start teaching a Russian history course online. Congratulations on surpassing 2K subscribers!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 It seems that you reached that number so quickly. It’s well deserved, you have worked hard and created loads of very informative videos. Good luck for continued growth!
Love that copy of the best short stories by Dostoeskvy. Wow, the possessed cover is fascinating, It leaps at you. I love Garnet’s translations and I always read her first and then work my way through others translations.
You certainly found some nice editions. Your copy of Nicholas & Alexandra suggests to me it is time to reread this great book. Your comments about Constance Garnett were right on - I generally prefer Pevear & Volokhonsky, but was introduced to Dostoevsky and the other Russians by Garnett.
Thank you, James! I agree with you that she has been wonderful in introducing me to Russian works, and then I tend to gravitate towards others afterwords.
Thank you! It was so cool being able to see it in person and shop there. I was first introduced to Russian literature in high school with "The Death of Ivan Ilyich" and just kept going from there! As far as the history element goes I read Robert Massie's biography of Catherine the Great and simply was struck by the history of the country and wanted to know more!
Great haul! I am starting to get interested in the Romanov's and that period of Russia. Have you read King, Kaiser, Tsar by Catherine Clay? I'm curious if it's worth a read.
Thanks, Arianne! I have not yet read "King, Kaiser, Tsar, but it has been on my list to get too soon! A book on the same subject that I have read and really enjoyed is "George, Nicholas, and Wilhelm" by Miranda Carter, which I would also recommend if you are interested!
I’ve always found Magarshack dependable for a good read. (I don’t know Russian.) He was Penguin’s go-to translator, though gradually getting supplanted (not _Oblamov_ yet). I think I also have a Dostoevsky biography by him which I have not read; but his _Crime and Punishment, Brothers Karamazov_ and half of _The Idiot_ yes. (Unlike you I’ve probably had my fill of Russian authors for a while. 😂) An admirable haul. Does Brattle always put pricetags sideways on the upper left? (I’ve don’t recall that from Steve’s.)
Ah, very interesting, David. I don't know if I have read any translations by Magarshack yet... I will have to scan my shelves and see if I have any of his works. I didn't realize those little price stickers were even on the books until after I filmed! I think Steve must remember to peel them off first, haha.
Hey Micah, just curious if you’ve read or heard of Karl Schlögel’s book The Soviet Century: Archaeology of a Lost World. It came out this year in English and I saw it at my library recently. I’m not too big on non-fiction so I probably won’t end up reading the whole thing when I check it out but it seems like something you’d really like so I thought I’d put it on your radar. Stay well!
Hey, Clayton! I have not heard of that one, no! I have added it to my list however, it does look right up my alley! Thanks for bringing it to my attention!
Yes, that is a surreal cover for dure! Original. Thanks for showing us. So nice to discover on this wet evening a Bookvlog of sugstance, for adults.
Thank you for your comment, Mary! Thank you for your kind words. :)
Thank you, Micah!🌷The photo on the cover of Shakespeare’s biography is a detail of his funerary monument in Stratford upon Avon.
Ah, wonderful! Thank you for letting me know, Emma! Thanks for watching! :)
what a fabulously interesting haul Micah. That Florence book looks wonderful, so much history right there to learn about.
Thank you! I am very excited for that Florence book. It is a city I practically know nothing about at all.
What a great book haul. ❤
I adore Russian history, so this was great.
Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed it!
Wow wow wow, my RUclips recommended this video and I'm SO pleased. I am also a lover of Russian literature and Russian history. I can't wait to watch all your videos!
Thanks so much, Christina!
I' m glad for you getting to wonderful historic Brattle Books. I got to the original and planned to return the next month as I loved it, of course, then tragedy struck. This was before you were born, so thankfully, you neednt miss it. And the recent one is much larger.
I was told of the first location and the tragedy. I am glad that they have the space they do know, but a part of me wishes to have known the original as well!
Regarding Westerns, find yourself a copy of Shane by Jack Schaefer. You'll love it.
Gordon Dickson's Dorsai books are great.
I'll add that to my list!
I love your obsession with Russia! ❤😂
Haha, thank you, Brandy! It is a fairly intense obsession at the moment. I was so happy to find those titles! :)
I’m obsessed with thevRomanovs, too. Actually I love all monarchical history! The book that got me started, though, was the wonderful NICHOLAS AND ALEXANDRA.
Another great selection of books!
Thanks, James!
Oh, Florence! I would love to learn about that beautiful city.
Also, HOLD UP. Dostoevsky had short stories?! Here I am, intimidated by all his huge works but wanting to dive in. All the while, this exists! (Forgive my ignorance. I am a product of the Chicago Publik Skool Sistem.)
I am very excited about the Florence book too! Yes! He has a very long catalog of short stories that are wonderful! I would highly recommend "The Dream of a Ridiculous Man," "White Nights" and "The Crocodile!"
@@MicahCummins Will do, thank you!
I’m glad you found so many books at the Brattle that partially satisfy your never ending thirst for Russian history. Soon you will be able to start teaching a Russian history course online.
Congratulations on surpassing 2K subscribers!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
It seems that you reached that number so quickly. It’s well deserved, you have worked hard and created loads of very informative videos. Good luck for continued growth!
Thank you so much for your kind words, Mary!
That copy of The Possessed is stunning.
Thanks, Deborah! I really think so too!
I'm hooked. i need a Part 3 now!
Thank you! Well, maybe there will be a part three in the future!
Fantastic, really love the Catherine the Great biography it's a super addition to your library. Now we just need and an hour video on each book😂😂😂
Thanks, D! Haha, maybe I can do that! I am really excited about that Catherine the Great biography as well! :)
The Shakespeare biography looks like a lot of fun!
Thanks, Randy!
Love that copy of the best short stories by Dostoeskvy. Wow, the possessed cover is fascinating, It leaps at you.
I love Garnet’s translations and I always read her first and then work my way through others translations.
Thank you, Kelly! It really does leap at you, that is a great way to phrase it.
You certainly found some nice editions. Your copy of Nicholas & Alexandra suggests to me it is time to reread this great book. Your comments about Constance Garnett were right on - I generally prefer Pevear & Volokhonsky, but was introduced to Dostoevsky and the other Russians by Garnett.
Thank you, James! I agree with you that she has been wonderful in introducing me to Russian works, and then I tend to gravitate towards others afterwords.
That Sea & Civilization sounds amazing as well! Darnit, I want to read them all.
It’s been fascinating so far! Haha, the feeling is very real!
I am so glad that you had a great time visiting Steve and the Brattle Book Store. What a treat.
Thank you! It was a wonderful time! :)
I'm happy that you got to go to the Brattle! What drew you to reading Russian literature and history?
Thank you! It was so cool being able to see it in person and shop there. I was first introduced to Russian literature in high school with "The Death of Ivan Ilyich" and just kept going from there! As far as the history element goes I read Robert Massie's biography of Catherine the Great and simply was struck by the history of the country and wanted to know more!
Love the dostoyevsky books you picked out! Super cool! I’ll have to search out that short story collection! I really like his books
I hope you are able to find a copy of it!
Great haul! I am starting to get interested in the Romanov's and that period of Russia. Have you read King, Kaiser, Tsar by Catherine Clay? I'm curious if it's worth a read.
Thanks, Arianne! I have not yet read "King, Kaiser, Tsar, but it has been on my list to get too soon! A book on the same subject that I have read and really enjoyed is "George, Nicholas, and Wilhelm" by Miranda Carter, which I would also recommend if you are interested!
I’ve read both of those books and feel both are excellent.
I’ve always found Magarshack dependable for a good read. (I don’t know Russian.) He was Penguin’s go-to translator, though gradually getting supplanted (not _Oblamov_ yet). I think I also have a Dostoevsky biography by him which I have not read; but his _Crime and Punishment, Brothers Karamazov_ and half of _The Idiot_ yes. (Unlike you I’ve probably had my fill of Russian authors for a while. 😂)
An admirable haul. Does Brattle always put pricetags sideways on the upper left? (I’ve don’t recall that from Steve’s.)
Ah, very interesting, David. I don't know if I have read any translations by Magarshack yet... I will have to scan my shelves and see if I have any of his works. I didn't realize those little price stickers were even on the books until after I filmed! I think Steve must remember to peel them off first, haha.
Nice! Utopia in power sounds great! How is the font?
Thanks, Tanya! It's not too bad, slightly smaller than I would prefer, but still readable.
@@MicahCummins would you be reading the physical book or buy a copy on the kindle?
@@Tanya-vx4pc I will probably try to just read the physical copy for this one! If the print doesn't work, then I might hunt down the ebook.
Hey Micah, just curious if you’ve read or heard of Karl Schlögel’s book The Soviet Century: Archaeology of a Lost World. It came out this year in English and I saw it at my library recently. I’m not too big on non-fiction so I probably won’t end up reading the whole thing when I check it out but it seems like something you’d really like so I thought I’d put it on your radar. Stay well!
Oh, wow, it's huge! But sounds good. I will have to look into finding a used copy at some point. Thanks!
Hey, Clayton! I have not heard of that one, no! I have added it to my list however, it does look right up my alley! Thanks for bringing it to my attention!