A (slightly absurd) rainy study day in Oxford

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😇 How old are you? 23
📝 What are you studying? I am set to start my MA in English Literature at Oxford this autumn.
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[@nessaahmad4781]

The most absurd twist this vlog could take is if you started critically analysing the Kendrick Drake beef

[@ivebel3966]

OMG I’D LOVE THAT

[@ellyt3429]

“i hope the world feels bright as you watch this” is possibly one of the cutest video openers ever

[@rhiannonarjona5718]

As someone who finds bees terrifying. I love learning about them and deeply appreciate what they do. As long as bees are a safe six feet away from me. I find them cute.

[@SeerOfTime577]

I, too, have a phobia of bees/wasps/hornets, so I 100% agree with you.

[@Emliy66]

Oh hi everyone thanks for Rudy she is study has in Oxford University

[@Lighthearted2011]

My mom is terrified of bees. I’m not. Since I am completely Deaf the buzzing doesn’t bother me and I’m unaware of their presence.

[@happycommuter3523]

There is a beekeeper in Texas who posts videos of her work doing honeybee removals. She’s so calm she can work without protective gear. I find myself much less bothered by bees since watching her content. Yellow Jackets, though, can be really nasty.

[@Emliy66]

@@Lighthearted2011 thankw

[@MushroomHat]

Always been surprised you don’t like Austen when mentioned in the past. Her style of write is so funny and modern for her period. One of the greatest storytellers of all time, pushing the limits of what a woman was expected to do and be. Maybe try Northanger Abbey or Emma as they’re more direct with their comedy?

[@thehistoryfreak13]

i think alot of people are more selective of what of austen's works they like. Myself I dislike Emma. Though it is well written, i always felt like those characters like Lizzie and Anne were more relatable. Even Fanny, in her underdog positioni found more appealing,

[@dees3179]

I know this risks triggering an obsession,….but here we go…… As you like bees and flowers and find the natural history museum interesting, have you had chance to explore a herbarium? Particularly with reference to the way herbarium sheets are composed, or were composed historically, and the way nature was recorded by artists and scientific researchers and illustrators in the period before photography. I find the work stunningly beautiful. Although scientific in origin, it’s an art form in its own right, and then of course many people involved spin off into becoming creative with it, because how could you not. I hope you enjoy your dissertation and final assessment period. It’s been such a treat following you this year. Thanks for taking us along.

[@charlieboddy1022]

I would highly recommend Persuasion as a Austen read, I believe it's quite underrated and it's my second favorite of her books after Pride and Prejudice

[@thehistoryfreak13]

i agree its my favorite book, by austen, i think its more relatable.

[@erzae]

Thank you for both live-streaming and a new video, Ruby! And both are wonderful ;)

[@SeerOfTime577]

"The Girl Who Couldn't Read" sounds absolutely fascinating. I am adding it to my TBR! And lovely vlog as always, Ruby. Even second-hand, there is so much peace in watching Oxford in the rain. So, thank you. ❤

[@farhatshaheen4902]

I read that book 2 years back and NOTHING still matches the magic that book set around me!! Also i would reccomend the '' secret pages deception" ( its the italian title translated in english, since i dont remember the original one) it's not explicit but it seems to me to be a continuation of the book shown in the video. finally, in my opinion John Harding is a WONDERFUL author so if you would like the first two books please also read "what we did on our last holiday".

[@SeerOfTime577]

@@farhatshaheen4902 Thank you so much for the recommendations!

[@margijohnson3900]

Excellent vlog Ruby - mixture of books, coffee and libraries - my three favourite things!

[@rebekahcamp5556]

"there is nothing stressed university students like more than a beautiful library" truer words have never been spoken

[@Juliam_yt]

Ruby, I think it’s one of your best vlogs so far! I’m enjoying every second of it! It’s soooo cozy and interesting.

[@lucyanne122]

I absolutely love watching your videos Ruby! I think you have such a beautiful mind and I find you so inspiring, keep them up!

[@AlmondGold17]

its the end of the semester and its getting so hard for me to be productive and do my assignments. watching your videos helps me so much

[@maryelizabeth6542]

Such a beautiful campus and library! I love the architecture. The park is amazing, too! You live in such a wonderful area!

[@laurenpleace3506]

Such a cosy vlog ❤ love the walks in nature

[@JiminPark-sq8tk]

I really love your videos ruby you are such an inspiration can you share with us more videos about how to balance between school stress and mental health and how to stop stressing that much about uni and also more morning and night routines thank youuu😊

[@lizprice3948]

I love to see your walks round Oxford. A dear great aunt lived there and 3 of my cousins studied in Oxford. Keble, St Catherine's and the Institute of Education. I love to go there it has such charm. More recently my God child was at Exeter college so my association grows. You also make me realise how my higher education was not taken very seriously and how much more I could have achieved if I had worked much harder!

[@ladymallowyt]

Thank you for sharing the Oxford scenes with us. I can understand your frustration with the rain as Oxford is a walkable city, and no one likes carrying an umbrella 😅

[@astrosun1027]

The Girl Who Couldn’t Read is the long-awaited sequel to the critically acclaimed international bestseller Florence and Giles but can also be read as a gripping standalone novel.

[@farhatshaheen4902]

My favorite read till this date, john harding has to be one of the best writer ive read

[@Anushri_M29]

This is a truly beautiful video, Ruby! I am currently pursuing my master's in Data Science and Business Analytics and needed some study motivation, as well as something relaxing. Your videos are the perfect blend for me. I have been watching you since my university days. Thank you for creating these videos. I always look forward to your new ones!

[@manuelespinosa724]

Very good Ruby. Always a pleasure!

[@peipeixi]

Thank you for the regular uploads 🥹🫶🏻

[@islamadam8502]

Love the museum ❤ Here in Egypt we have a species of jerboa which apparently impressed the Brits much that they called it "The Egyptian Jerboa" although it could be found elsewhere 😀

[@joannasmith4793]

The sound of the toast crunch is so peaceful . Vegan butter and gf bread so good

[@jeessssie968]

Aww Ruby im just watching this thinking about how I used to watch you almost religiously when I was preparing to go into year 10 and telling my parents that I was going to be like you. I watched all of your back to school videos and daily routines, Christmas study with mes and vlogs. Now I'm just finishing my second year of university at UCL and it's still the same. Love your videos, always have, always will!

[@AKSHAYKUMAR-tk2bn]

It’s feel amazing to watch your video and it is so inspiring it motivates also

[@camille8649]

Yes yes I would love to see the archive vlog!!

[@Rozzel161]

Ruby you make us so happy with vlogs which are light , natural. Very proud of you dear, nearing one million soon. Studies with vlogs and so much knowledge deadly combination ❤❤❤❤❤❤, love from India

[@katarzynamolendys9158]

I love the narration in this video!

[@franklinguallpa6072]

In the video (15:55), I like when you can write your first draft; start working easily before writing more on your final draft.

[@cathyknusprig5954]

It's the first time I ever bought something from an youtube ad, but how could I not with the cute bee case? :D Love your videos!

[@wageeshasdiary]

Nice vlog as always..Thank u for inspiring us to study Ruby😍

[@isysmith]

Loved this video (as always with your Oxford videos, so scenic and moody)! Do you think you would consider making a video talking about your master's thesis? From what you've said about your course it sounds like it would be fascinating...

[@carolpingel39]

I only just stumbled upon your vlogs yesterday (the KZbin algorithm gods shone my way), and I have to say that they are so refreshing, and calming.

[@heraddledbrain]

Definitely want to see the archive visit!!

[@wills681]

Nice one Ruby. I admire your comfort with the quirky. I suspect that your family encouraged this. I still chuckle at the memory of a previous video in which the perfectly serviceable refrigerator in your family home has a hand-written sticker across the brand name, declaring it to be a SMEG. Wonderful!

[@VicvicW]

I'm loving these slightly absurd videos haha

[@mrsbertimus2645]

Thanks for another fab vlog! Btw, I was trying to work out how to create a PDF last night and this morning you have shown me how to do it! Thank you so much!!!!!!!

[@bolovesbooks7930]

Your videos make me want to travel to Oxford so badly. I've already visited Cambridge and loved my time there.

[@afie_penangMY]

Great video, Ruby, Really enjoyed watching it !

[@NastyaExtraord]

Such a comfortable vibe

[@angelakneller2880]

I love your outside adventures even in the rain and your enthusiasm for learning about new things including learning about bees. I’m secretary of my church ladies group and last week had a wonderful speaker talking about fascinating flowers in Africa. His back ground is insects and he has a talk about bees which I might suggest to the committee for a talk in the future. I really must visit Monkton Nature reserve where he works. Another talk was wild orchids of Kent never knew we had so many at the reserve and he even found some out by our now closed manston airport xx Not seen Wonka yet but would love to. Ps May I please ask where u got your rain hat from ? Where I live it’s by the sea and often windy so umbrellas are a no no. I love Jane Austen persuasion is my fave but many young adults prefer Northanger Abbey xx enjoy you may also like her letters more and learn more about her in order to understand her writings xx could help xx

[@LuoBinghe]

I've found that I love watching your vlogs while folding my clothes or organising paperwork, they make chores feel so much lighter and even relaxing. Also, I really need to give a chance to Jane Austen as well, since I'm not a big fan of romance, I've been putting off reading her books for years now, perhaps that's my sign. Oh and if you like The Girl Who Couldn't Read (or even if you dislike it), I highly recommend Florence and Giles, it's the unofficial prequel and, in my opinion, much better! When you think you know what's happening, it takes a 180° turn.

[@LuciaGarcia-vb3do]

ruby this is so funny! please write a book in which you talk about the rain as youve just done here :)

[@juliajones2283]

That potato pea and mint vegetables sounds delicious!

[@drewwaves]

My favourite kinda video 🤌🤍🤍

[@blixverse]

Okiee now I wanna watch wonka too. The cover the book grief as a thing with feathers (didn't catch that properly) is so cool btw

[@PlanetImo]

I didn't know about that PDF conversion trick. Thanks! :)

[@constancemee8640]

Northanger Abbey and Sense and Sensibility are my favourite Austen's!!

[@georgiaadventure1675]

OH MY GOOOD THE WONKA SOUNDTRACKKKK❤❤❤❤❤

[@robm9837]

Ruby, I am an elderly man in middle America. I love following your adventures.

[@HowCaseySeesIt]

These videos are lovely!

[@dominic5065]

I find your videos ever so intriguing and beguiling. Listen to kiss on the rain by yiruma. I play this on such days.

[@astara3770]

A donut date sounds like such a successful and enjoyable day!! 😂❤

[@MelissaFreitas-mc8pp]

"a biscuit tin is a necessity" YES!! 🤩😭😭❤

[@kirstyhepworth7343]

Ruby I always love your videos

[@mattmorris5237]

I am enjoying your Slightly Absurd videos very much! Your subtle ( and sometimes obvious ) sense of humor is wonderful and always brightens my days

[@mi-jk4wz]

I didn’t like Jane Austen either until I read Northanger Abby. From my recollection (and this was quite a long time ago) it’s gothic and a bit slow paced but the scenes she depicts are just perfect and somewhat nostalgic because they’re through the eyes of the naive Catherine. One of my favorite books and you have made me want to re read it!

[@limeparticle]

Oh definitely upload the archive visit vlog! I crave the academic content 😻

[@ninasarah6972]

I was wondered by the fact that I can't recognise this book by Gogol. And then I realised that it os originall (in russian) called "Notes of the madman". And the name on the book is just a quote from this book)

[@milkkblush]

brushing teeth sounds at the beginning 😭😭😭

[@fionahowellwrites5302]

I love your raincoat and matching hat! So cute. :) I also love the rain. Currently having a very wet May in New Hampshire, US.

[@rhythmicelegance4670]

I know someone who just drove up there yesterday. Nice area! 🗺️

[@fionahowellwrites5302]

@@rhythmicelegance4670 It is! Lucky to be here. 🙂

[@Idk.anieke]

I made a playlist of almost all your videos that I binge watch when I study❤

[@silvialogan9226]

Reading the Jane Austen books and watching her films are very enjoyable. Do you ever want to read 'Lady Susan' and 'Sanditon'. 'The Girl Who Could Not Read' sounds interesting. Going to the Natural History museum and reading about the bees is very entertaining. Bees are beautiful insects who must be protected. Without them, we will not survive.

[@michellemachesney1487]

i would love archive content/vlogs ❤❤❤❤

[@Marymooau]

I have so many things with bees on them. Teapots. Teacosy. Cups. My dear old horse Buzz is 36 and he reminds me of bees. :-). I love Jane Austen. I have read sense and sensibility and pride and prejudice and now I’m on to Mansfield park :-) I throughly enjoy reading her books. ❤

[@marthacampbell6188]

That is also my favourite salad and I thought it was discontinued too

[@sundaygirl006]

I utterly adore Jane Austen, she was a genius and was so ahead of her time. Pride and Prejudice is one of my favorite books of all time. But you should try Persasion which is my second fsvorite and utterly wonderful. She wrote it in a race against time as she was dying from what is believeed to be Hodgekins disease ( I think). Emma is also wondewrful and one of my fsvourites.

[@boopguitar]

where did you get your bag with the flowers from? it’s so cute!!

[@KingYahwey]

Glad you posted again!

[@99breyerproblems13]

I can’t get into Austen either I’ve tried multiple times throughout my life.. I’m probably due for another try soon 🤓

[@pragatisrivastava6983]

6:31 oh, Ruby. I don't think it's bad. I'm actually feeling a little inspired and considering eating araw carrot myself. will help with my eyesght I guess 🤔.

[@angelakneller2880]

Ps please May I ask what was the book that mentioned Narnia?? Ty x

[@AgnesGreyofYorkshire]

I hope you enjoy Northanger Abbey! I feel like it's the black sheep of the Austen novels, so it's my favourite 😁 Also, Bridget Collins's new book is out. I'd love to hear what you think in your annual(?) review.

[@wifeyp1975]

Ruby what are you going to do once you are finished your Masters? Not long now!

[@luciger3]

The narration in this video is SO good!

[@robincarroll1477]

Buttered toast and raw carrots is underrated 🤗

[@KB-bx9ui]

Anyone else think of the Black Mirror episode with robotic bees, when Ruby mentioned how essential they are to the ecosystem?

[@chanilastname7217]

My favourite Austen book is Mansfield Park. Maybe you'll like that one 🙂

[@RubyGranger8]

I read it ages ago so maybe I’ll give it another go at some point! X

[@sararobinson4106]

Hi recently started studying latin any chanse we could have a vedio on You latin study routines/ methods?

[@kristinandj]

Such a comforting vlog

[@rivermyerss]

YOU DONT LIKE THOSE LIL TEACAKES?!! RUBY HOW COULD YOU

[@Cevin.]

What’s that cool keyboard that you use for your iPad?

[@rawwbnoles4787]

09:51 Woah! It's an American football field. It seemed unusual and somewhat random until I found there are two Oxford American football clubs. I wonder if they use the filed for practice.

[@joannasmith4793]

Going to check out wild

[@hannahmartinez4259]

Sort of random, but raw carrots are a great snack! They help remove excess estrogen for the body!

[@mimishimaineko1173]

Are The Vaults still open?!🧡They were in peril of not being able to stay in their current location.😟

[@penultimateh766]

Just love these slightly absurdist vids Ruby! Not everybody can work bees into their day so convincingly...

[@saswraith7746]

Ruby try reading 'Emma'! I think its the most fun, most gossipy, most joyful Austen.

[@kaylag9579]

I love persuasion by Jane Austen. I find I didn't enjoy Emma and pride and prejudice as much as the others, but I did enjoy the movies I then went back and re-read the books and found that I appreciate them more and enjoy them. Not favorites but that is ok.

[@mirandamarquette1438]

Ruby, did you prefer living in Oxford, Exeter, or your home city? Or is there somewhere else you have visited that you would dream to live in in the UK? Thank you!!

[@nnicollan]

Ruby, you look especially beautiful in this one 🌸

[@eshaahmed5039]

your outfits scream OXFORD.they just keep on getting better and better plus your videos are a kind of solace for me,comforts me alot.

[@anitaoliveira6279]

I highly recommend "Emma" by Jane Austen. It's incredibly witty, one of my personal favorites. I believe you'll like it! 😊I also read "Northanger Abbey" and enjoyed it, particularly for its satirical elements.

[@Dhintheman]

Do you think you'll do a phd ?

[@lesliegraham8478]

Wild "flavors" lol.

[@LeticiaCarvalho06]

Hi Ruby,! On the Jane Austen front, I would recommend you read Emma, if after reading it you still don't like Jane Austen then it's a done deal but you should definitely give it a try. It's (in my opinion) her wittiest and most hilarious book. Let's say her pen was particularly sharp on that one. 😄

[@heata011]

Every time, someone mentioned Emma Bridgewater, I think I only live 15 minutes away from the factory.

[@hsoderberg6505]

Coincidentally just prior to watching this I saw a news story that a curator from the NYC Natural History Museum has been arrested in Turkey trying to smuggle spiders & scorpions out of the country.

[@mieldantal9950]

Hi ruby, I really hope you’ll enjoy Jane Austen’s book. As a big fan of Jane Austen I must say that I found myself enjoying more books which are not as famous as pride and prejudice or emma. I advice you to read Mansfield park which is one of my favourite ! However I read it in French, so it might be different from you… Have a nice week !