Let’s talk about my favorite authors

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[@siegfriedderheld7806]

I’m rereading The Brothers K with a friend. As you noted, there are so many levels to the various stories embedded in the major themes. I have wondered if all three brothers-Dimitri, the sensualist; Ivan the cold atheist; and Aloysha, the holy man-aren’t three manifestations of Doestoyesky himself. I say that because all three characters are all in me! Stay awesome, Mike

[@brentstrykertalksalot]

Enjoy your rereading of Brothers! Every time I pass my bookshelf I want to pick it back up, such a phenomenal book. I honestly don’t think I’ll ever read anything that would take its place. I agree with your assessment!

[@capturedbyannamarie]

If you like those authors I would try Hemingway, Tolstoy, and Faulkner. I love Dostoyevsky as well. I own all his works, and am making my way through. You might also like the famous philosophers, like Plato and Aristotle.

[@brentstrykertalksalot]

Howdy! I have a few books from both Faulkner and Hemingway, eventually I’d love to read one of Tolstoy’s massive works. Thanks for stopping by & enjoy your journey through Dostoevsky!

[@BeyondBooks-wt5il]

Never read Doestoyesky, but I may give Crime and Punishment a shot based on your review and suggestions. You piqued my interest about his work. Mr. McCarthy, on the other hand, I am quite familiar with! I agree - The Road and No Country For Old Men (especially the audio version) are amazing! He's an incredible author!

[@brentstrykertalksalot]

Go for it! You won’t be disappointed, it’s a real good story.

[@mildrumpus]

Hey, there! I discovered your channel through this video. Cormac McCarthy and Fyodor Dostoyevsky are some of my favorite authors as well. Glad to have found you. Happy Reading! 😎📚👍

[@brentstrykertalksalot]

Thank you for your kindness!

[@TH3F4LC0Nx]

McCarthy is my fave. Dig Dostoyevsky too. Actually just read Demons a couple months ago. Highly prophetic, but not in a good way. :(

[@brentstrykertalksalot]

Hey boss, thanks for stopping by, actually a big fan of your channel. Demons was my second favorite read last year, the story was incredible and that third part is probably the most tense literature I’ve ever read. Also I entirely agree with that last statement lmao :/

[@Bxv980]

We have nearly identical taste. Because of your appreciation and interest for McCarthy, I’d recommend checking out John Williams who wrote Butchers Crossing, Stoner, and Augustus.

[@brentstrykertalksalot]

Haha I actually have a video where I discuss Butcher’s Crossing! I loved that & Stoner, John Williams is absolutely fantastic.

[@ReadingIDEAS.-uz9xk]

Hemingway mentioned reading Russian writers when he was trying to get started and I remembered one, Sketches from a Hunter's Album by Turgenev. Last summer I was on holiday and popped into a charity shop that had books at 3 for £1. I cam out with over 20 books by Russian writers including the Sketches book. It is excellent and it is crazy to think Hemingway recommended a book to me. Got a few Dostoyevsky in the pile to get around to. Currently reading the Count of Monte Cristo though so I might be some time.

[@sherylmorris9646]

Please list the authors and books you discuss.

[@SirensOfSicily]

Great video, informative and genuine. I decided this year was going to be the year I finally tackle the Russians, they have always intimidated me for some reason. I’ve started with Crime & Punishment but I’m only 5 chapters in, enjoying it so far. Haven’t read any McCarthy but want to, especially after listening to how passionate you are about his work. Maybe I’ll make 2025, the year I tackle McCarthy as I’m determined to get through as much Russian literature as I can this year. Have you read any other Russian authors? Or do you plan to? Have subscribed, really enjoy the way you speak about reading and literature.

[@brentstrykertalksalot]

Howdy, thank you for your kind words! I really hope you enjoy Crime and Punishment, and more Russian lit and McCarthy when the time comes! The only other Russian author I’ve read thus far is Anton Chekhov, who is great, but I’d love to read stories from Pushkin, Gogol, Tolstoy, Turgenev & Grossman. I own books from most of these authors so it’s just a matter of time before I dip into them. Again, thank you!

[@LunaciaBooks]

The only Dostojevskij I have read is The Gambler, and I didn't like it much. 😅 I probably should read Crime and Punishment at some point, though. Might like that more. As for Russian classics, my favourite is probably Anna Karenina, by Tolstoj.

[@brentstrykertalksalot]

Anna Karenina is on my list for the future! I’d say revisit Dostoevsky for sure, he has plenty of greater works than the gambler.