Your personality is wonderful, and your posts are perfect. That’s why you are so popular. I’ve watched you for years, and I beg you not to change a thing!
I've followed your stuff for a long time - since I was in high school actually! You've always had a unique camera presence that feels authentic. Your positive vibe is just who you are :)
Thank you so much. What an honour to be at the start of a list that ends with the great Dostoevsky. His (very melancholic) novella White Nights is what got me writing in the first place. Keep spreading the word. x
You are my favorite book reviewer. I follow maybe 30-35 of them. But you’re the most likeable and the best chap hands down. I realised this when you spoke of “pain” Also have discovered some good books through you.
I had never considered The Dutch House to be a melancholic novel but your discussion made me realize that it really is and that actually there a fair amount of melancholia in Patchett’s work (although less so in Tom Lake). Absorbing reading can be a tonic despite a book’s melancholic themes. It’s a wonderful thing.
Yeah, I was a bit surprised that was one of the first books that came to mind when trying to think of melancholic fiction but I think it does really exhibit that mood. Tom Lake is definitely brighter in feeling!
This was wonderful, Eric! 🙏🏻 And I can relate, too. I go through much of the day with a mix of introspection and happy running through my veins. ☺️ We can on,y be lur true selves. And I’m a sucker for a “sad” book (for film)! Thank you for the recommendations… some of the titles you shared are new to me! 📚
My most recent melancholic read is Weight of Ink by Rachel Kadish. This is about an aging female English professor, who is given a manusciript written by female Rabbi, but she needs young college student, who is Jewish, to help her. The other storyline is set during the medieval period about a young Jewish girl who wants to be a scholar, but because she is Jewish and a girl she's being pressured to give up that ambition and get married.
The first wonderful melancholic book that comes to mind is Migrations by Charlotte McConaghy. I absolutely loved how the cold isolated arctic setting echoes the protagonists inner world. I also relate to what you said about melancholic books being somehow comforting. When I think of that combination of “bittersweet melancholy” with a hint of hope I think of Emily St John Mandel
I'm intrigued by The Edges, thanks for lutting it on my radar. When I think about melancholic books, the first author that comes to mind is Hisham Matar, especially 'The Return' narrated by himself in his beautifully melancholic voice.
What a fantastic topic, and a brilliant selection, beautifully described, thank you Eric! I would add Stoner to the list. And I’ve always wanted to get to Robert Burton’s classic The Anatomy of Melancholy - have you read that one?
I've seen and heard here and there of The Edges by Angelo Tijssens but never knew the connection to the Lukas Dhont. Even if I am not always able to recall the finer details of Close, I still quite viscerally feel the 'echoes' (?) of what I felt watching it. That makes sense in my head but maybe it's just me 🤣 Anyway, I'm on a book buying ban but I'll be good and request Tijssens at the library 😊
Oh, and I hope you don't change your outlook on the account of other people. We all need a ray of positivity, especially in dark times, and I think it's wonderful you get to tap into that with your videos. For me personally, I know your positivity really has helped me, even if it's just a spark to get me out of a reading slump. Keep up the great work ❤
Cartarescu, Kraznahorkai, Tokarchuk---all Middle- and Eastern European and all melancholic. That's why I'm drawn to them. Try Melancholy of Resistance next. A terrific story, and melancholy.
Ugh even if ya were chipper all the time…. That’s a bit hater projecting-like 🙄 & your love and excitement for books is appreciated and shared …. And anyone who watches you passionately and happily discuss books, also knows the range of them you read and love & therefore knows you’re not “ chipper all the time “ . I’m 3rd party annoyed 😂 & projecting myself some, as coworkers say that about me as if it’s an accusation of criminal activity. Blahdiggityblah! Tysm for another banger video 📖🪱💙
They're just Billy Bookshelves from Ikea that I had a carpenter adapt for my study. I discuss and show them more in this video: ruclips.net/video/xNkxUQ8MUOY/видео.html
Your positive attitude is so refreshing and delightful and your insights into books is amazing. I also take a lot of comfort from sad books!
Thank you! That’s very kind of you to say.
Your personality is wonderful, and your posts are perfect. That’s why you are so popular. I’ve watched you for years, and I beg you not to change a thing!
That's very kind of you to say! Thank you!
You’re an inspiration! Never a downer- and your recommendations are 💙 always solid.
Thanks so much! 😊📚
I have now read quite a pile of books based on your videos, and have really loved them all. It is great to have you as a resource.
Thank you!
I've followed your stuff for a long time - since I was in high school actually! You've always had a unique camera presence that feels authentic. Your positive vibe is just who you are :)
Thanks so much! 🤗📚
I'm grateful you are happy. It helps spread happiness and love for reading. Keep it up!
Thanks!
I love watching your book recommendations, and the one called The Edges seems a perfect choice for my son . Thank you ❤xx
Thank you so much. What an honour to be at the start of a list that ends with the great Dostoevsky. His (very melancholic) novella White Nights is what got me writing in the first place. Keep spreading the word. x
You are my favorite book reviewer. I follow maybe 30-35 of them. But you’re the most likeable and the best chap hands down. I realised this when you spoke of “pain”
Also have discovered some good books through you.
Thanks so much! That’s good to hear. 📚
You be who you are, Eric. I love your videos.
🤗📚
I had never considered The Dutch House to be a melancholic novel but your discussion made me realize that it really is and that actually there a fair amount of melancholia in Patchett’s work (although less so in Tom Lake). Absorbing reading can be a tonic despite a book’s melancholic themes. It’s a wonderful thing.
Yeah, I was a bit surprised that was one of the first books that came to mind when trying to think of melancholic fiction but I think it does really exhibit that mood. Tom Lake is definitely brighter in feeling!
This was wonderful, Eric! 🙏🏻 And I can relate, too. I go through much of the day with a mix of introspection and happy running through my veins. ☺️ We can on,y be lur true selves. And I’m a sucker for a “sad” book (for film)! Thank you for the recommendations… some of the titles you shared are new to me! 📚
Thank you! I’m glad you know what I mean. 😊📚
The Dutch House has been on my shelf for years. I need to pick it up this year sometime. Thanks for all the recs!
Thanks! Hope you get time for it.
The same with me!
My most recent melancholic read is Weight of Ink by Rachel Kadish. This is about an aging female English professor, who is given a manusciript written by female Rabbi, but she needs young college student, who is Jewish, to help her. The other storyline is set during the medieval period about a young Jewish girl who wants to be a scholar, but because she is Jewish and a girl she's being pressured to give up that ambition and get married.
The first wonderful melancholic book that comes to mind is Migrations by Charlotte McConaghy. I absolutely loved how the cold isolated arctic setting echoes the protagonists inner world.
I also relate to what you said about melancholic books being somehow comforting. When I think of that combination of “bittersweet melancholy” with a hint of hope I think of Emily St John Mandel
McConaghy’s book sounds excellent. Thanks for the recommendation!
I enjoy your happy personality
I'm intrigued by The Edges, thanks for lutting it on my radar. When I think about melancholic books, the first author that comes to mind is Hisham Matar, especially 'The Return' narrated by himself in his beautifully melancholic voice.
Yes! Matar’s writing is definitely melancholic.
What a fantastic topic, and a brilliant selection, beautifully described, thank you Eric! I would add Stoner to the list. And I’ve always wanted to get to Robert Burton’s classic The Anatomy of Melancholy - have you read that one?
Thanks, Liz! I really need to get to Stoner. And thanks for the Burton suggestion. I’ve not read that.
I've seen and heard here and there of The Edges by Angelo Tijssens but never knew the connection to the Lukas Dhont. Even if I am not always able to recall the finer details of Close, I still quite viscerally feel the 'echoes' (?) of what I felt watching it. That makes sense in my head but maybe it's just me 🤣
Anyway, I'm on a book buying ban but I'll be good and request Tijssens at the library 😊
Oh, and I hope you don't change your outlook on the account of other people. We all need a ray of positivity, especially in dark times, and I think it's wonderful you get to tap into that with your videos. For me personally, I know your positivity really has helped me, even if it's just a spark to get me out of a reading slump.
Keep up the great work ❤
We like you just 😢he way you are.😀
Thank you! 🤗 📚
These sound quite cathartic
Cartarescu, Kraznahorkai, Tokarchuk---all Middle- and Eastern European and all melancholic. That's why I'm drawn to them. Try Melancholy of Resistance next. A terrific story, and melancholy.
Just picked up a used copy of The Dutch House.
Great, hope you enjoy it!
Ugh even if ya were chipper all the time…. That’s a bit hater projecting-like 🙄 & your love and excitement for books is appreciated and shared …. And anyone who watches you passionately and happily discuss books, also knows the range of them you read and love & therefore knows you’re not “ chipper all the time “ . I’m 3rd party annoyed 😂 & projecting myself some, as coworkers say that about me as if it’s an accusation of criminal activity. Blahdiggityblah! Tysm for another banger video 📖🪱💙
Haha, thanks so much! 😊📚
Eric, this is a somewhat random question: I have always admired your bookshelves. What brand are they?
They're just Billy Bookshelves from Ikea that I had a carpenter adapt for my study. I discuss and show them more in this video: ruclips.net/video/xNkxUQ8MUOY/видео.html
@ Beautiful! I want to start my own home library and am looking for suggestions. Thanks!
I have suffered from depression, anxiety disorder and other 9 minor illnesses for 21 years. So I don't read melancholic, violent or very sad books.
I’m so sorry to hear that. I hope you read what brings you joy and comfort.