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Dilip Kumar: The Substance and the Shadow by Dilip Kumar
3.0
A rational narrative of emotional bonds.
The book by Dilip Kumar is painted in colors of appreciation, remembrance, and some delights.
The two points that I would say were notable of this piece were the details and choice of words. It might be lengthy to an overwhelming number but with a little keen interest you can overcome that length easily (although, I did skip the last part of people's take on remembering Dilip Kumar)
The words that he has chosen (or approved?) for the narrative are interesting as they although do tap into his personal space yet manage to evoke a formal and rational approach to events that are heavy on emotions. He is found respectful, detached, or laid aside about what he would not like to share as deeply. Yet, to be noted he has mentioned more than one could have asked for.
The one bump in the road would be how he described 'the event he shall like to erase from his life.' He could have been more formal or skipped it considering he didn't want to remember the event instead of wording it in a rushy manner.
Overall, it is everything that a legendary actor would like to be remembered as.
The book by Dilip Kumar is painted in colors of appreciation, remembrance, and some delights.
The two points that I would say were notable of this piece were the details and choice of words. It might be lengthy to an overwhelming number but with a little keen interest you can overcome that length easily (although, I did skip the last part of people's take on remembering Dilip Kumar)
The words that he has chosen (or approved?) for the narrative are interesting as they although do tap into his personal space yet manage to evoke a formal and rational approach to events that are heavy on emotions. He is found respectful, detached, or laid aside about what he would not like to share as deeply. Yet, to be noted he has mentioned more than one could have asked for.
The one bump in the road would be how he described 'the event he shall like to erase from his life.' He could have been more formal or skipped it considering he didn't want to remember the event instead of wording it in a rushy manner.
Overall, it is everything that a legendary actor would like to be remembered as.
Aristotle and Dante Dive Into the Waters of the World by Benjamin Alire Sáenz
3.0
"Who are Aristotle and Dante?"
These pair of books (first and sequel) have been an important read for me. There are a few books that I can call a milestone in my journey as a reader and these are part of it but in the end, I couldn't help but feel the sequel was better not written.
The book started with everything that one could expect from Aristotle and Dante. The chapters as small as two pages contained so much that I wanted to read and reread them. Might as well place the book in a juicer and drink the pulp then perhaps I would feel a little satisfied.
The most important part for me in this book was how we got to know a little more about their parents. For once, I felt like saying, that's what I want to grow up to be.
The first hiccup of the book came with a massive amount of new characters. Although the book is called diving into the waters of the world, it is necessary to know that we don't live with the whole world at once. It got overwhelming to meet so many new characters and lose them within the span of a few paragraphs.
It just went downhill from the last quarter. The ending was the worst. It makes you wonder who even are these ari and dante? If I hadn't had the attachment towards the characters this would have landed in dnf. Too much drama.
These pair of books (first and sequel) have been an important read for me. There are a few books that I can call a milestone in my journey as a reader and these are part of it but in the end, I couldn't help but feel the sequel was better not written.
The book started with everything that one could expect from Aristotle and Dante. The chapters as small as two pages contained so much that I wanted to read and reread them. Might as well place the book in a juicer and drink the pulp then perhaps I would feel a little satisfied.
The most important part for me in this book was how we got to know a little more about their parents. For once, I felt like saying, that's what I want to grow up to be.
The first hiccup of the book came with a massive amount of new characters. Although the book is called diving into the waters of the world, it is necessary to know that we don't live with the whole world at once. It got overwhelming to meet so many new characters and lose them within the span of a few paragraphs.
It just went downhill from the last quarter. The ending was the worst. It makes you wonder who even are these ari and dante? If I hadn't had the attachment towards the characters this would have landed in dnf. Too much drama.
Mademoiselle Pearl by Guy de Maupassant
3.0
A tale that is perfect to be told in a gathering as it shall spark many opinions to discuss.
This was my first introduction to Guy de Maupassant and it was fairly entertaining.
This was my first introduction to Guy de Maupassant and it was fairly entertaining.
My ID is Gangnam Beauty by Maenggi Ki
5.0
Accurate and sensitive representation of beauty and its repercussion in society.
• The leads are cute and thoughtful.
• Careful depiction of mental health.
• Covers every type of situation that one might face in the current social structure regarding beauty.
• Short, fast-paced, tight, and crisp narrative.
• Spirit lifting, heartwarming, and thought-provoking dialogues.
What more can I add than that it is worthy and a necessary read.
• The leads are cute and thoughtful.
• Careful depiction of mental health.
• Covers every type of situation that one might face in the current social structure regarding beauty.
• Short, fast-paced, tight, and crisp narrative.
• Spirit lifting, heartwarming, and thought-provoking dialogues.
What more can I add than that it is worthy and a necessary read.
Useless Beauty by Guy de Maupassant
4.0
A simple tale of feminism.
This book made me surprised at how the thoughts of physical rights, having ambitions which by no means are righteous to give up, wanting to be a human of self than a human of social or marital obligations were present and being voiced way back in 1890. Perhaps, it was limited to Guy de Maupassant or more, I am not well-read on the matter but it was surprising and pleasant to know.
However, the thought that these rights that were expected to achieve in 1890 are still being a struggle to attain. We have reached the 21st century yet things are the same for the majority? What the hell?
This book made me surprised at how the thoughts of physical rights, having ambitions which by no means are righteous to give up, wanting to be a human of self than a human of social or marital obligations were present and being voiced way back in 1890. Perhaps, it was limited to Guy de Maupassant or more, I am not well-read on the matter but it was surprising and pleasant to know.
However, the thought that these rights that were expected to achieve in 1890 are still being a struggle to attain. We have reached the 21st century yet things are the same for the majority? What the hell?
The Necklace by Guy de Maupassant
4.0
Cruel cruel
Desirous materials
Smartness of writer
I find GdM's works (short stories) to end over a point of beginning. The story might be done but it sparks a chain of thoughts. It is satisfying.
Desirous materials
Smartness of writer
I find GdM's works (short stories) to end over a point of beginning. The story might be done but it sparks a chain of thoughts. It is satisfying.
The girl from class by Park Subong, Park Subong
3.0
I enjoyed the story and the way it incorporated the myth was remarkable. Yet the scenes aren't memorable and the art style at times leads to confusion. Overall, it is enjoyable.
Putois by Anatole France
5.0
This humorous tale is about how a lie can spread like wildfire, changing its shapes and identity in the process. The tale is told in a lighthearted manner yet it doesn't fail to make you think about what truly is an identity, how the lies can have their own life, and just how chaotic is the society and information that we share.
Entertainingly, the ways we try to avoid people and occasions don't seem to have changed much over the centuries.
Entertainingly, the ways we try to avoid people and occasions don't seem to have changed much over the centuries.
Yumi's Cells by Lee Dong-Gun
5.0
This is a journey for the characters and the readers as well.
It is a manhwa of self-discovery or more of self-development. The characters from leads to the side all are presented in quirky, dramatic, and funny ways. The incidents sometimes are relatable, other times a dramatic take on everyday life.
The length of the webtoon might seem daunting at first and you might find some parts to be emotionally taxing and/or boring but it is a satisfying read as a whole.
There was a comment by a reader that stayed with me, sharing how this webtoon has made her think about her feelings and viewpoints, which has helped her understand herself more and deal with the world more efficiently. Now, that's a valuable experience.
In summary, In this dramatic and fun manhwa. The characters grow, The art style grows, the writer grows, and so do the readers.
It is a manhwa of self-discovery or more of self-development. The characters from leads to the side all are presented in quirky, dramatic, and funny ways. The incidents sometimes are relatable, other times a dramatic take on everyday life.
The length of the webtoon might seem daunting at first and you might find some parts to be emotionally taxing and/or boring but it is a satisfying read as a whole.
There was a comment by a reader that stayed with me, sharing how this webtoon has made her think about her feelings and viewpoints, which has helped her understand herself more and deal with the world more efficiently. Now, that's a valuable experience.
In summary, In this dramatic and fun manhwa. The characters grow, The art style grows, the writer grows, and so do the readers.
The Stationery Shop of Tehran by Marjan Kamali
3.0
The stationery shop of Tehran is quintessentially a love story.
Firstly, I'd like to mention the good parts of the book and then the things that didn't sit well with me.
• The book is set in Tehran during the time of its political unrest does provide a good glimpse of the social life at that time. Reading about it after reading about the USA, South Korea, and Japan of the same period made me question the authenticity of the information in this book but indeed it is accurate and carefully written.
• The writing of food is 'umda' (so fine that it's valuable). I read some complaints about the word and phrase choices such as 'asking for hands = a marriage proposal' and 'his space is empty here = he is missed' for me this wasn't troublesome and helped paint the culture. I rather loved the translation.
• The love story (the main part of this tale) is good. It includes all the drama, tragedy, sweetness, pain, and chaos that one can expect from a tale of love.
Now, for the parts that I didn't enjoy.
• The book doesn't do justice to the historical section. At one point I was wondering that if we take the story and place it in the modern world how much would it change and it wasn't much. So, the history part is just a backdrop and highly disappointing.
• The writing is wavy. The story has its ups and downs. Every time you start to think that the book is being stretched and repetitive it is saved, and then once again it drops only to be saved again. Sadly, the good parts weren't memorable. I don't have anything to quote from this book.
• One shouldn't take mental illness and turn it into personality and then use that as the villain of the story. Personality and the trouble it creates is one thing while mental illness or trauma is another, and they shouldn't be interchangeable. I don't like it :(
• Lastly, the characters. All of the characters are well written and are easy to imagine apart from the narrator (Roya) I've no idea or knowledge about Roya. She doesn't have any ambition, any likes, or dislikes. She doesn't have any hard-set principles or opinions. She comes off more as a vessel filled and spilling with whatever situation is ongoing. The whole story (her life) happens to her rather than her navigating it. Big turnoff.
Firstly, I'd like to mention the good parts of the book and then the things that didn't sit well with me.
• The book is set in Tehran during the time of its political unrest does provide a good glimpse of the social life at that time. Reading about it after reading about the USA, South Korea, and Japan of the same period made me question the authenticity of the information in this book but indeed it is accurate and carefully written.
• The writing of food is 'umda' (so fine that it's valuable). I read some complaints about the word and phrase choices such as 'asking for hands = a marriage proposal' and 'his space is empty here = he is missed' for me this wasn't troublesome and helped paint the culture. I rather loved the translation.
• The love story (the main part of this tale) is good. It includes all the drama, tragedy, sweetness, pain, and chaos that one can expect from a tale of love.
Now, for the parts that I didn't enjoy.
• The book doesn't do justice to the historical section. At one point I was wondering that if we take the story and place it in the modern world how much would it change and it wasn't much. So, the history part is just a backdrop and highly disappointing.
• The writing is wavy. The story has its ups and downs. Every time you start to think that the book is being stretched and repetitive it is saved, and then once again it drops only to be saved again. Sadly, the good parts weren't memorable. I don't have anything to quote from this book.
• One shouldn't take mental illness and turn it into personality and then use that as the villain of the story. Personality and the trouble it creates is one thing while mental illness or trauma is another, and they shouldn't be interchangeable. I don't like it :(
• Lastly, the characters. All of the characters are well written and are easy to imagine apart from the narrator (Roya) I've no idea or knowledge about Roya. She doesn't have any ambition, any likes, or dislikes. She doesn't have any hard-set principles or opinions. She comes off more as a vessel filled and spilling with whatever situation is ongoing. The whole story (her life) happens to her rather than her navigating it. Big turnoff.