Reading Wrap-up | October 2016

TL;DR

The content is a vlog-style video where the speaker discusses and recommends six books they read in October.

Transcript

hi guys so apologies in advance about the kind of pure lighting and the very plain background I'm potentially the egg coin I am in my new bedroom in my new flat and obviously things are still quite bare but I actually managed so don't for half an hour before I go out to film a video family because I know it's been a while so I am here to do my Octo... Read More

Key Insights

• 🙁 "100 Nights of Hero" is a highly recommended graphic novel set in a society where same-sex relationships are frowned upon.
• ✊ Non-fiction books like "Who Rules the World" and "Are Prisons Obsolete" explore the abuse of power by the US government and the problems within the prison system.
• 🫠 "Cuckoo Song" and "White Is for Witching" are engaging and creepy reads, perfect for Halloween.

Questions & Answers

Q: What is "100 Nights of Hero" about?

"100 Nights of Hero" is a graphic novel about two women who are lovers in a society where their relationship is not accepted. They tell stories to trick a man into not forcing himself on one of the women.

Q: Can you provide more information about "Who Rules the World"?

"Who Rules the World" by Noam Chomsky is a non-fiction book that explores the history of the United States government's abuse of power, particularly in relation to foreign affairs. The book sheds light on the illegal and immoral actions of the US government.

Q: What is the main theme of "Are Prisons Obsolete"?

"Are Prisons Obsolete" by Angela Davis discusses the prison system, particularly in the US. Davis, a prison abolitionist, points out the racial and class biases within the system and examines the societal acceptance of prisons.

Q: Which book did the speaker find unsettling?

The speaker found "White Is for Witching" by Helen Oyeyemi unsettling. It is a creepy horror novel that revolves around a house that comes to life and possesses generations of women.

Q: Did the speaker recommend "Benefits"?

Yes, the speaker highly recommends "Benefits" by Zoe Fairbairns. It is a feminist dystopian book that accurately predicted certain political developments. The book offers a reflection on the state of society and is a must-read for fans of feminist dystopian literature.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• The speaker received a graphic novel called "100 Nights of Hero" by Isabel Greenberg as a gift and gave it a 5-star rating. The novel tells the story of two women who are lovers in a society where their relationship is frowned upon.

• The speaker read two non-fiction books in October: "Who Rules the World" by Noam Chomsky and "Are Prisons Obsolete" by Angela Davis. They recommend reading these books instead of listening to an audiobook for a better understanding of the content.

• For Halloween, the speaker read two books: "Cuckoo Song" by Frances Harding and "White Is for Witching" by Helen Oyeyemi. They enjoyed both books, but had some issues with the ending of "White Is for Witching."

• The speaker also read "Benefits" by Zoe Fairbairns, a feminist dystopian book set in the UK. They found it fascinating to see how accurately the author predicted certain political developments.