#austen timeless as always

[mrgaretcarter]

Theres a bit in sense and sensibility where willoughby and marianne are talking about colonel brandon and willoughby says a thing that exactly describes how i believe ppl think of/treat 99% of female characters in 99% of fandoms lmao

[bethanydelleman]

“I do not mean to say that a woman may not be settled too near her family. The far and the near must be relative, and depend on many varying circumstances. Where there is fortune to make the expense of travelling unimportant, distance becomes no evil. But that is not the case here. Mr. and Mrs. Collins have a comfortable income, but not such a one as will allow of frequent journeys—and I am persuaded my friend would not call herself near her family under less than half the present distance.”

Mr. Darcy drew his chair a little towards her, and said, “You cannothave a right to such very strong local attachment. You cannot have beenalways at Longbourn.”

In this scene Elizabeth was blushing while telling a single man that lives far from her home and very wealthy that she did not mean that she's not willing to put a certain distance between her and her family and that she does not mind the distance when there's wealth. Out of context she's basically hinting to him that she's willing to move with him to Pemberly. Then she said that Charlotte needs to see her family frequently so the distance is too difficult. Darcy changes the topic from Charlotte to Lizzie and pushes his chair closer to tell her she has no right to such needs and even justifying this by her not being like her family, he's clearly discouraging her from a strong attachment to Longbourn. So much was happening while we are stuck with Liz's dump POV.

Peer reviewed.

Jane Austen's books are timeless classics because you can always read them again. Knowing the full context just makes everything better.

[thats-h0w-th3-light-g3ts-in]

Love is…

Sometimes love is overwhelming. Sometimes love stories are too devastating — devastatingly beautiful. Romeo and Juliette choosing death over a life apart from another. Why does love hurt so much? Why is love so painstakingly beautiful it shatters you in a million tiny pieces and there‘s really only one person who will ever be able to mend you. Why is the mulberry tree still red to this very day, when it should be scattered with bright white pearls? Because nothing is shiny. Nothing is bright. Nothing is of value, if that one person is missing from your life. Love isn’t fiction. Love isn’t conventional. Love doesn’t adhere to any rules constructed by society — Love doesn’t play by the book. Not by Brontë or Austen not by Shakespeare or Pasternak. Love is real, love is present, love has always been and always will be. Love can’t be measured. Love can’t be gauged. Love can’t be dispelled as much as love can‘t be forced. You either love or you don’t. You‘re either willing to give everything for another person or you are just trying to get the best out of it for yourself. Love is Katharine Hepburn taking a decade long hiatus from the thing she loved doing more than anything else, to care for Spencer Tracy, a man that never married her, and calling it absolute bliss. Love is Elizabeth Taylor marrying Richard Burton again, because not having him in her life wasn’t an option either. Love is David Windsor giving up his inheritance, his family, an entire country to be with that divorced, American woman named Wallis Simpson. Love is Ronald Reagan writing ’you are life itself to me’ after thirty-one years of marriage to his Nancy. Love is Christine McVie conjuring up the lines ‘Don’t stop thinking about tomorrow‘ for her ex-husband John who’d hurt her one too many times, wishing him nonetheless ’all the love in the world‘. Love is miraculous. Love is cruel. Love is breathtaking. Love is heartbreaking. Even when fate‘s treacherous ways fiddle with your affairs, love will survive. Even when there are obstacles that you are barely able to overcome, love will prevail. Love is Virginia Woolf and Vita Sackville-West, love is Gertrude Stein and Alice B. Toklas, love is Dorothy Azner and Marion Morgan, Love is Oscar Wilde and Lord Alfred Douglas, Love is Tennessee Williams and Frank Merlo. Love is wonderful. Love is excruciating. Love is butterflies. Love is sacrifice. Love is a tingle down your spine. Love is a lump in your throat. Love is timeless. Love is endless. When my pigmentation mark stained hands are still clutching yours, when the protruding veins on our arms intertwine, when the last breath leaves your body, I’ll be by your side and you’ll know it‘s LOVE.

[darlinghowl]

i could write an entire essay about how emma was such a specific pull for eloise and how emma is clearly influencing s3 AGH i love jane austen so much i love when other people who are creating their own works reference her because her books are timeless they’re classic the stories in them will always be relevant no matter the time period

[letmetellyouaboutmyfeels]

Fic authors self rec! When you get this, reply with your favorite five fics that you've written, then pass on to at least five other writers. Let’s spread the self-love❤

How dare you do this to me. I will have my revenge.

Your Fingerprints Smeared on My Heart (Lead Me Back to You)

Almost two whole years later and still one of my best fics, I think. Possibly my ultimate Buddie fic, although who knows, my current Halloween fics that I’ll be dropping this October might equal or surpass it. But I’m truly proud of this work and I hope I always will be. I know most people probably prefer Leading with the Left but I think this fic’s better all around and if I could only choose one fic to represent my work as a Buddie writer, this is the one I’d choose.

Further Than Blood (Or Than Bones)

Last year’s Halloween fic that ended up being posted early because I foolishly made a bet with @tripleaxeldiaz and then she rigged the game, I really enjoy this fic. I was experimental with the form and I think it paid off - once I figured out the shooting scene and wrote it as a poem, the whole fic came together. I know it wasn’t quite everyone’s cup of tea with all the bloodplay but I’m proud of it.

In the Gray You are Golden

A fic I banged out in a weekend after a last-minute burst of inspiration for Halloween, it’s genuinely one of my favorite things I’ve ever written. I adore it. I actually hope to commission fanart from it someday, which I’ve never done for a fic of mine before, that’s how much I love it.

Defiance & Destiny

This one is far from my most popular even among my Witcher fics but I’m quite proud of it. I think I did a good job capturing Jane Austen’s vibe and combining elements from her various stories.

Confidence Trick

This one is an oldie but still a goodie, in my opinion. It’s my favorite of my Timeless fics and, I think, possibly my best. It’s a fic I wrote in a flurry of inspiration in like four days and it actually turned out well. I’m quite fond of it. (Plus I’m still proud of that twist at the end. Mwahaha.)

Tagging @extasiswings @tripleaxeldiaz @kitkatpancakestack @evcndiaz and @princessfbi go forth and praise yourselves!

[haveyoureadthistoo]

Unpopular opinions

If you're human and living on this planet, you have certainly at least once got into a heated debate with somebody over something that was entirely up to taste. When it comes to culture, especially books, other aspects such as high expectations, political views and personal life experiences can also play a part, to the point where it's sometimes difficult to figure out why you didn't like that novel that everybody else is praising so hard.

My first big disappointment came from where I least expected it to. My queen Jane Austen. How could such a witty, talented author have penned something as dull as “Mansfield Park”? I could barely find any of the traits I so loved about her other novels, apart from maybe Lady Bertram and her impossible pug. It took me ages to finish and by the end of it I almost wished I hadn’t read it. But the following year I read “Emma” and reread “Pride and Prejudice” for the zillionth time, and my sense of wonder was restored.

In 2016, I finally decided to read “The Little Prince”, ready for a comfort book. Instead, I found a manual for sexist behaviour and unhealthy codependency disguised as sweet words and a love story. It took me so much by surprise that I could barely register the beautiful writing and the clever metaphors. All I could think was - how is this a timeless children’s classic when it glorifies egocentrism and self harm? Unlike many of the books I wish I had read at a younger age, this time I was relieved to be dealing with it at the end of my prefrontal cortex development, when I at least knew better.

Not long after that, I picked up another classic, “Lord of the Flies”. This time, I didn’t have strong feelings about it, I just failed to connect - and to believe. The writing bothered me, the excessive descriptions threw me off and the concept just didn’t ring true. The idea that we’re all just wild animals deep inside, ready to behave irrationally at the lowest provocation is just too convenient. It kills any productive discussion. But Piggy was such a cutie, poor guy.

My next bad ride was “1Q84”, which marred my admiration for Haruki Murakami. From that point onwards, I started perceiving flaws that didn’t seem to be there before, as though with every new book I was always reading the same thing with small adjustments. Woody Allen comes to mind. I could suddenly see the man behind the author. So many things displeased me, from bad character development to lazy narrative structure, not to mention all the unsexy sex scenes and the attempt at justifying sexual assault with religion. By the time I was done with the trilogy, I just knew I could never read again the books I had already read and loved because it might taint my beautiful memories.

2019 was the last time I faced a beloved classic and was left with a bitter taste. As a nature lover and philosophy admirer, it had always been a given that I would fall head over heels with “Walden”. I was writing a short film that was all about wilderness and community life, so it seemed like the perfect time to finally embrace my beautiful hardcover copy of the book. I certainly did not expect to find what a Goodreads user defined as: “The tale of a man who dared to live in his parents backyard and eat dinner with them, and then lived to write about it.” I felt cheated on. Ideologically and financially.

I might sound harsh in my comments, but I still rated all these books 2 stars out of 5. They’re books. Full books. Written by real people - something we take for granted now, but might live to miss one day. And it’s perfectly fine that some people worship them. Well, to some extent.

The bottom line is, I disliked them for different reasons. I take no issue with people enjoying “Mansfield Park” or “Lord of the Flies”, whose faults listed here are of a very personal nature. You can also choose to ignore the author’s privilege in “Walden” and manage to focus on the positive, if abstract conclusions. Even “1Q84” can hold a reverential place to somebody who sees it as a big mysterious symbolism for something I couldn’t see. Same goes for “The Little Prince”, which might just elicit good childhood memories regardless of the actual words - though I would never in a million years give it to an actual child.

Speaking of childhood memories, it’s also perfectly ok to change your mind. Something that spoke to you when you were little can feel a little distant when you’re an adult. Even something you liked or loathed in your 20s might feel better or worse within a decade (or four). We are constantly changing. And so are our passions. You don’t have to hate something just because you didn’t love it, nor do you have to pretend you’re still passionate about something that belongs in a different time, to a different you.

And it’s so natural that we disagree. Not everything has to turn into a fight. Our opposing tastes are not supposed to elicit war, but rather to give us personality and something to talk about. They are conversation starters, idea sparkers. We shouldn’t have to hide our true opinions, the same way we shouldn’t only listen to other people with the same opinion.

So yes, praise what you like, respect what you don’t. And let’s all collectively forget “The Little Prince”.

[emeraldeaa]

I'll not opine much in my rereading of pride and prejudice, it's a two-hundred year old book and a classic for a reason, but damn is it so so good. I've always appreciated old books ffs little house on the prairie is what got me truly hooked on reading as a child, but the way Austen's words and characters have been so relatable and meaningful to so many people for so long is just amazing. If you haven't read it, give it a shot. When I first picked it up I wasn't much for romance novels (aside from well-tagged fanfiction) and I'm cynical about straight romance anyway, but it's just so timeless and relatable and there's just everything to love.

[pacific-rimbaud]

Love and Other Historical Accidents is one of the most romantic things I've ever read and I can bring myself to tears just thinking about it honestly. The last chapter confession from both Draco and Hermione just kills me. Thank you so much for sharing it with us ❤️ What are your inspirations for romance writing?

Honestly Jane Austen. I vividly remember watching Sense and Sensibility as a young teenager and wanting that feeling again and again. She's one of the greatest character writers in English, and she communicates something timeless about love and partnership. Who deserves our time? What does it look like to be seen? Cherished? There's a reason she's passionately read 200 years later. E.M. Forster, Edith Wharton, Elizabeth Gaskell, Thomas Hardy, and Tolstoy are also frequent rereads for me.

I don't really read within the romance genre outside of fanfiction. I love reading my friends' novels, and have liked a couple of contemporary and historical romances over the years, but broadly speaking, straight-up romance has never been my deal. I constantly lose my heart to fictional men and the women who love them, though: Howl and Sophie, Jack and Phryne, Kaz and Inej, Lockwood and Lucy, Palamedes and Camilla (brb sobbing into my cappuccino), Westley and Buttercup in both film and novel (though let's be honest, Westley and Inigo...mmf poly triad, maybe?)

I did a lot of imaginative play with Barbies as a kid, and for me, fanfiction feels like lying on the summer lawn of my imagination getting my blorbos and meow meows into Situations and making them kiss. Bonus serotonin for me if there's a tinge of Gabriel Oak or Captain Wentworth or Mr. Knightley. At its best it's shamelessly self-serving and private and absorbing, and it's always kind of wondrous when other people enjoy it.

Thank you for the ask!

[johannasbooklist]

1. “Emma” by Jane Austen

"One half of the world cannot understand the pleasures of the other." - Emma

Book Title: Emma

Author: Jane Austen

Genre: Satire, Comedy, Coming-of-Age, Romance

Publication Year: 23. December 1815

Summary: "Emma" is a novel about a wealthy and confident young woman named Emma Woodhouse, who takes it upon herself to be a matchmaker in her small village of Highbury. She befriends and tries to find suitable husbands for her friends, including her new friend Harriet Smith. However, her matchmaking attempts often lead to misunderstandings and complications. Throughout the story, Emma must confront her own misconceptions and pride, and she eventually realizes that her own true love is her close friend Mr. Knightley. The novel ends with their engagement and the happiness of those around them.

Main Characters:

Emma Woodhouse - The story's heroine, a wealthy young woman who loves playing matchmaker.

Mr. Knightley (George Knightley) - Emma's close friend and voice of reason.

Harriet Smith - Emma's sweet but easily influenced friend.

Mr. Frank Churchill - A charming and mysterious suitor.

Jane Fairfax - A talented and reserved young woman.

Mr. Weston - A friendly family friend.

Reading Time: ~ 6-7 hours

Why I chose it: I'm reading "Emma" by Jane Austen for some great reasons. First, I found it in a local bookstore during my summer vacation in Bulgaria. And second, I've always been curious about Jane Austen's stories because she's a famous author.

What I Liked:

- Love Stories: I love how the book is full of love stories. For example, I enjoy seeing Emma and Mr. Knightley's moments and wondering if they'll end up together.

- Friendships and Drama: It's interesting to see how Emma and her friends get along. Her friendship with Harriet has lots of ups and downs, just like real-life friendships.

- Character Growth: I like how the characters change as the story goes on. Emma starts out trying to matchmake everyone, but she learns important things about herself and how to be a better person. It's like watching someone grow up.

What I Didn't Like: nothing really 💌

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Overall Thoughts: I found "Emma" by Jane Austen to be a captivating journey into the world of love and friendship. The character of Emma Woodhouse's growth and self-discovery resonated with me, and the book's timeless exploration of human relationships left a lasting impression. Pairing it with Taylor Swift's song 'When Emma Falls in Love' made the experience even more enchanting. I hope otherswill pick up this novel and enjoy it as much as I did.

Recommendation: YES, DEFINITELY

Additional Comments: I think you should read 'Emma' by Jane Austen and listen to Taylor Swift's song 'When Emma Falls in Love' while you're at it. It's a great combo that makes the story even more enjoyable. If you're a Taylor Swift fan like love how the song matches the book.

Spotify Link:

[unrelaxing]

media list (26.02.2024 - 26.03.3024)

👂 Listened:

Albums:

Speak Now (Taylor's Version) by Taylor Swift (2023) [8/10, probably my favourite of her re-releases, Timeless and Electric Touch are amazing vault songs.]

Red (Taylor's Version) by Taylor Swift (2021) [7/10, I don't really love any of the vault songs in this except for the 10 minute version of All Too Well, and while I like the tune and vibe of I Bet You Think About Me, I find it lyrically awkward.]

D-Day by Agust D (2023) [5/10, musically I just don't vibe with Yoongi's solo stuff a lot of the time, so it always ends up being a very distant appreciation, and I'll be honest and say I probably wouldn't listen if I wasn't already a fan.]

Indigo by RM (2022) [8.5/10, really really solid album, though it couldn't quite overtake mono. for me in terms of how much I loved it - considering if I were to rate mono. it would absolutely be a 10/10.]

Podcasts:

Morbid Episodes: ⤷ EP 502: The Highgate Vampire ⤷ EP 503: The Torsaker Witch Trials ⤷ EP 541: The Unsolved Murder of Georgette Bauerdorf

📖 Read:

Articles:

The ATO is reviving old tax debts totalling billions, threatening some taxpayers with bankruptcy by Nassim Khadem from abc.net.au

Dissecting the Diabolical Documentary 'Mister Organ' with Filmmaker David Farrier by Lulu Dropo from The Advocate

How Michael Organ Weaponised the Family Court... and Sean Plunket by David Farrier from Webworm

Mystery in Japan as dangerous streptococcal infections soar to record levels by Justin McCurry from Guardian

China visit sees $105 billion iron ore exports on the brink by Jamie Seidel from news.com.au [I don't often remember to actually put any political articles on this list, but this remained open on my tabs for a while so it makes it.]

Too close for comfort: Aussie filmmaker’s accidental portrait of a psychopath by Karl Quinn from Sydney Morning Herald [As made obvious by this list, I do tend to watch something then immediately seek out more information - a lot of the time it just leads me to reddit threads, but other times I do find articles and read those.]

The Bible Says Jesus Was Real. What Other Proof Exists? by Christopher Klein from history.com

What is the historical evidence that Jesus Christ lived and died? by Dr. Simon Gathercole from Guardian [I was dragged to church by my other and it hit me that I'd never even tried to find proof on whether or not Jesus wasn't fiction, so I started reading what people had to say. tldr; no archeological proof, though people of Jesus' class at the time didn't tend to leave archeological proof of their existence, and it seems there are accounts of Jesus starting 30 years after his death from non-Christians, so. Probably a real guy. Whether or not he's actually the son of God is, of course, unable to be proven.]

Books:

Stalking Darkness by Lynn Flewelling [finished! Another 10/10.]

Pine by Francine Toon [dropped - couldn't continue this one anymore, it's slow and filled with details that had nothing to do with the actual mystery or the characters themselves - I think other people might have appreciated it for the way it allowed you to visualise the setting so vividly, but to me it was just incredibly boring.]

Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen [in progress, told myself I'd read more classics and thought I'd start with one I was supposed to read in high school.]

Spy x Family vol. 1 [finished! 10/10. Immediately bought the 10 volumes out on Amazon after reading this because I enjoyed it so much. Loid Forger is a goldmine of a male character, the kind that's easy to fall for and to root for. Anya is sweet and funny and interesting, and Yor is just the icing on the cake of their dynamic.]

Spy x Family vol. 2 [finished! 10/10 - my goodreads rating system is going to be SKEWED after reading this manga.]

Spy x Family vol. 3 [finished! 8/10 mostly because I didn't love Yor's brother at all.]

📺 Watched:

Movies:

Dune: Part Two [8/10 - this really revitalised my love of going to the cinema! I've watched it twice, and I've made plans to see some other movies in theatre and it's really all because this was such an experience to see on the big screen. Highly recommend.]

YouTube:

The Deranged Arsonist Who Filmed Their Own Crime • Mystery Files from Watcher

The Perplexing Legend of Vermont's Sea Monster • Mystery Files from Watcher

True Crime Cases with Disturbing CCTV Evidence from Lazy Masquerade

Documentaries:

Our Planet II [This was gorgeous and informative and also eye-opening in how it shows you the direct impact of human carelessness on so many creatures, to the albatrosses choking on plastic and the walruses unable to find ice to leave its baby. At the same time, there's hope! There's humans helping crabs cross roads, and bridges being built for animals who've used the same paths for hundreds and possibly thousands of years.]

Life In Colour with David Attenborough

Worst Roommate Ever EP 1-2: [the first episode one was WILD, especially because I had no idea this was a true crime when I clicked on it, and so did not expect it was going to involve several dead bodies buried in a little old lady's backyard. I do feel like this was such an intriguing case that I had a hard time finishing the second episode, since it feels so much more ... dull in comparison, as terrible as that is to say about murders.]

David Farrier's Mister Organ [I'm a long-time fan of David Farrier, but didn't get a chance to watch this for a while. This one is a dark, dark tale that has nothing to do with murders. It's all psychological. I'm always amazed with how well Farrier can explore the darkness of humans without turning to the usual things we think of when we think of 'bad' people. I'd also recommend reading this article - which I'll also read on my read articles list - after watching this documentary, just so you know how insidious Michael Organ truly is.]

Into The Deep: The Submarine Murder Case [I don't give the things I watch ratings, but if I did, this would be a 10/10 - it's a unique experience to be able to see footage of how the people close to a murderer react as they realise the kind of person their friend is.]

[dreamslikeelectricity]

Hello, I’m Elly ♡ I decided to move all my Taylor content to a side blog just to keep it more organized. I’m always ready to talk about yoyok, rwylm, State of Grace, Timeless, or Hey Stephen.

My main blog is @whenthegoldrays, where I post about Jane Austen, k-dramas, and other fun stuff!

I’m going to tag some mutuals so they know where I am now! @inardentdaylight @jade-efflorescence @milkteawithrusk @itstimetogo @sadbeautifulttragic @youdontneedhenry @whataboutmywings

[allthingsfook]

I was curious if I could get a ship! I work as a nurse (I really love helping people when they are at their most vulnerable) and am 5’5” have brown eyes, auburn hair and pale skin (I cannot tan at all, I just burn 🤣). I love reading especially Jane Austen. I love Star Wars and I love going to live music shows! I’m most excited to see Hozier this fall! I have a black kitty named Gibson and love fall and winter oddly enough. I also just love spending genuine time with friends whether that be at a bar or at home or somewhere else! Thank you :)

Heyyyy! I’m so sorry I haven’t gotten around to your ships! I have an inbox full that I’m hoping to rock out in the next few days.

I ship you with….

Jake ❤️

To start off, the most attractive thing he’s ever said is if he wasn’t in the music industry, he’d want to work in healthcare…. As a nurse I find that extremely attractive as I’m sure you do as well 😂 I feel like Jake has such an unwavering love of people and distinguished care for others well being. It’s no shock he’d see himself in a healthcare role. Wonder what he would specifically do…. You should let me know what you think!!

Your physical description reminds me of a character from the Victorian era, and to which Jake would constantly reference when complimenting you. How timeless and pure you are. Whether you believe so or not, Jake would always be around to offer his praises.

Over and over again I’ll sing how much of a bookworm Jake is! I can envision Jake retreating to a dim-lit, moody library hidden in the depths of his gorgeous home. Between the two of you, the room would be packed from floor to ceiling with literature. He’d spend hours obsessing over everything from history to lore to autobiographies. Time would often get away from him, and he’d emerge hours later…. Feeling stimulated and refreshed to flip the crisp pages through his fingers. Psssst!!!! Don’t even think about Jake finally breaking down and getting glasses for reading…. 🤭 I’ll torture you and include a visual at the end!!!

All the boys are such nerds, so there is no doubt in my mind Jake would love to sit down and binge Star Wars when he comes home. I can see you setting up a whole experience to make it something Jake thinks about for months afterwards. You’d lower the lights but program the mood lighting to toggle between blue and red. You’d make a nest of pillows and blankets on the couch… don’t forget your Yoda, Chewbacca, and Darth Vader plushies. You’d lay a whole spread of snacks out on the coffee table, Star Wars themed of course! You might even throw your hair in braided buns for him 😉

Compared to Sam and Danny, Jake’s lack of affection toward puppies makes me think he might be a cat guy. He’d obsess over Gibson! Obviously! It would melt your heart to come home to Jake kicking back, strumming his beloved Gibson while Gibson is stretched out at his side! Wouldn’t take long for them to become best buds, and not gunna lie you might be a little jealous of their bond!!!

If Jake were a season, he’d easily either be fall or winter. His whole persona and attitude is so mystic and sometimes cold. Looking back on all the high school photos of him, Jake seems to enjoy winter especially. I’m sure he would love to go on a little winter get away and go skiing, snowboarding or even take you to Frankenmuth for the whole holiday experience!

To round out this ship, all the boys are so dedicated to their friends and family. They would do anything to make them feel special and cherish their relationships. I think Jake, most of all, has a huge soft spot for people close to him. Just judging that on all the matching bracelets and necklaces he shares with his loved ones. I live for all the old photos of him and josh being front row at Kelly’s gigs. Settling down with you and creating a little family, I think he would be more apt to going home to visit mom and dad and his grandparents. Through him you would gain some very special people in your life too.

Well I really hope you enjoyed your ship as you hate to wait an eternity for it! Please let me know what you think! I always love to hear your reactions. It means the world 💕

[iamthewaybook]

Book Guiding For Humanity

Book Guiding for Humanity: Illuminating the Path of Knowledge and Growth

The Transformative Power of Books

Books have an incomparable power to motivate change. The written word has the ability to spark change, whether it is through a history narrative that illuminates overlooked facts, a self-help book that inspires us to overcome obstacles, or a novel that takes us to a different world.

Personal Growth: Books like The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho inspire self-discovery, while works like Atomic Habits by James Clear provide actionable steps for personal development.

Empathy and Understanding: Fictional narratives allow readers to walk in someone else’s shoes, fostering empathy and breaking down prejudices.

Spiritual Enlightenment: Texts such as Bhagavad Gita, The Bible, and The Tao Te Ching guide readers toward spiritual clarity and ethical living.

Books as Cultural Bridges

Books serve as human connections in a world full of various cultures and customs. Readers gain a greater understanding of the diverse fabric of human existence by delving into the myths, legends, and histories of various cultures.

Cultural Preservation: Books like Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe preserve African traditions and highlight the impact of colonialism.

Cross-Cultural Exchange: Global bestsellers such as One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel García Márquez introduce Latin American magical realism to readers worldwide.

Universal Themes: Books demonstrate that, despite cultural differences, human emotions and aspirations are universal.

Books as Tools for Societal Change

Throughout history, books have been catalysts for societal transformation. From revolutionary manifestos to autobiographical tales of resistance, the written word has often been at the forefront of change.

Challenging Injustice: Harriet Beecher Stowe’s Uncle Tom’s Cabin played a pivotal role in changing public perception of slavery.

Promoting Equality: Works like The Feminine Mystique by Betty Friedan have fueled movements for gender equality.

Environmental Awareness: Books like Silent Spring by Rachel Carson have inspired environmental conservation movements.

Guiding the Youth: Books for the Next Generation

Books play a critical role in nurturing young minds. From fostering creativity to instilling values, children’s literature is a cornerstone of early development.

Imagination and Creativity: Classics like Harry Potter and The Chronicles of Narnia expand imaginative horizons.

Moral Lessons: Stories like Charlotte’s Web teach kindness and friendship.

Educational Growth: Informative books lay the foundation for academic success and curiosity.

The Enduring Relevance of Classics

Through its ageless themes, classic literature continues to guide humanity. Works that explore love, power, and the human spirit, such as Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice, George Orwell’s 1984, and Homer’s Odyssey, are timeless.

Lessons on Human Nature: Classics often explore the complexities of human behavior, offering insights into our desires, fears, and triumphs.

Societal Critique: Many classics, like Orwell’s 1984, critique societal structures, warning against authoritarianism and complacency.

Philosophical Depth: Books like Meditations by Marcus Aurelius provide guidance on resilience and mindfulness.

Digital Age and the Future of Books

Although their function has changed in a time when digital media predominates, books are still essential. Literature is now more accessible than ever thanks to e-books, audiobooks, and internet platforms, guaranteeing that books will always be used to guide people.

Accessibility: Platforms like Kindle and Audible bring millions of books to readers globally.

Interactive Learning: Digital books often include multimedia elements, enhancing understanding.

Preservation: Digital archives ensure that ancient texts and modern works are preserved for future generations.

Conclusion: Books as Humanity’s Guiding Star

Books are more than just collections of words; they are compass points that help people navigate the intricacies of life. They encourage us to behave with compassion and purpose, I AM THE WAY BOOK push us to think critically, and teach us to dream. Books, whether in print or digital format, are timeless sources of knowledge that guarantee humankind’s continued learning, development, and well-being. Pick up a book today, then. Allow it to lead you, test you, and change you. After all, it contains the ability to illuminate your path and influence human destiny.

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This meme perfectly illustrates the intriguing shift of attention among readers when Pride and Prejudice and Zombies was introduced. Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice has long held its place as an iconic exploration of social expectations, love, and character-driven satire, wrapped in the witty, sharp observations of its author. Its universal themes and Austen's timeless prose have made it a beloved classic, studied and adored for generations.

Enter Seth Grahame-Smith's Pride and Prejudice and Zombies, a literary pastiche that blends Austen’s sophisticated narrative with the absurdity of a zombie apocalypse. The allure of this adaptation lies in its clever contrast: it retains Austen's original dialogue and characters while inserting scenes of undead battles and survivalist tactics.

The reader’s attention, humorously represented by the distracted boyfriend, reflects how even the most devoted Austen fans were drawn to this unconventional reimagining.

While some literary purists and Austen devotees viewed the mash-up as a gimmicky distraction that diluted the original, others found it a refreshing and playful take that breathed new life into the Regency-era story. The adaptation manages to emphasize themes of resilience, social maneuvering, and class conflicts in a unique way—albeit with swords and bloodshed.

What makes Pride and Prejudice and Zombies so interesting is its dual nature: it invites readers to appreciate Austen's narrative mastery while simultaneously offering a critique on modern mash-up culture. It asks us to consider what it means to take something sacred in literature and transform it into something comically grotesque. This meme encapsulates how some readers felt torn between their loyalty to Austen’s refined work and their curiosity about the bold, action-packed retelling.

Ultimately, this quirky adaptation has sparked conversations about the boundaries of genre and the ways we reimagine classics to reflect modern sensibilities and humor. And while the initial fascination may fade, the enduring nature of Austen's work always draws readers back.

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my verse characters’ reading preferences

this post specifically contains the characters time-period adequate and about the ones that hold a preference and favoritism towards literary works

AJAX CREED;

Ajax finds his literary taste relying on the gothic genre. Specifically, on the horror fiction ❝ Frankenstein❞ by Mary Shelley;

in which its dissecting of the relationship of creator-creation thematic,the timeless need/ambition of men to defy nature’s limits and the series of consequences of it, and most importantly: the concept and definition of being perceived as a monster; mesmerized Ajax from the start. It made him quite reflective as he mostly perceived himself to be a creature, a product of someone else’s whims and ideals.

ASTORIA SINCLAIR;

Astoria's favorite book is ❝Wuthering Heights❞ by Charlotte Brontë, she finds rather interesting the extensive detailing of a tale of love, revenge, resentment, and how all these subjects can be entangled and consequential to each other.

She also secretly relates with the main character's ambition, feeling somehow relivied of understanding that one can actually be driven to achieve their goals through negative emotions, like grudge and jealousy. But also understands it as a reminder of how low someone can fall from letting themselves be consumed by them.

JUNE HARRIS;

June’s favorite author is Jane Austen, enjoying the narrative of romance and discussions centered around girlhood, her favorite book by her being ❝Emma❞.

However, her favorite book of all time is ❝Howl’s Moving Castle❞ by Diana Wynne Jones , in which she is fascinated by the fantasy elements surrounding a colorful journey of discovery of identity and the touching power of love.

LILIANA GONZALEZ;

Liliana’s taste in books relies in the murder mysteries and detective crime fiction of Agatha Christie, not having a favorite in particular. Lili likes to analyze the narrative and characters’ motivations, trying to guess the plot before the book ends.

NORAH PARKER;

Norah’s favorite saga is ❝The Hunger Games❞ by Suzanne Collins. As one of the first books she read, Norah holds I affection for it and also is a big fan of the universe, having amazing memories from her early teens of going to the theaters with Amelie to watch the movies as soon as they were released.

The two girls cried a lot when Finnick died and Norah couldn’t shut up about for years, always ranting about it to Paul as she convinced him to read the books.

She is also a big fan of Marvel Comics, her favorite ones being the X-MEN and The Fantastic Four, and she also jokes about Spiderman being her favorite superhero because they share a last name.

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In certain lights I'm beautiful, delicate and absolute

In certain moments, i feel it.

I worry too much about the future so sometimes.. subconsciously, i yearn to capture those moments

along with the exact lights,

and plant them like seeds in my unknown, future lover’s brain, weave them into his being and give them time to marinate into truths,

unmarred memories of me, just in case...

nameless worries, masked with sorrows and sarcasm

What other than that is girlhood ?

a timeless pill in a timed trial of existence

measured, documented neglected

and yet, fixed with delusions and rage

Like a bait left by a spider to attract a bigger prey

I feel tied down, with the ideation of love crushing my bones and reshaping them to resemble those of a bird

hollow and weightless

until it’s filled with the same doomed love and I’m left a flightless bird

I want to step out of my body and fill the empty space I leave behind with love that doesn’t root back to paranoia

to lay peacefully on the shore of life, and let that pure love rock gently with the consistent waves towards me

but instead, I’m taught to master the art of subtly giving all that defines my existence,

in fragments, of course

because as a woman you’re always at risk of being too much

I’m taught to accept the mass placed by the hand of love on my chest dragging me deeper and deeper into an ocean of uncertainties and existential worries, feeding me insecurities

until I’m washed out of all that I know about myself, motionless…

docile diluted.

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•Quotes: Louis Tomlinson/ Sylvia Plath/ Anne Carson/ Anais Nin/ Taylor swift/ Virginia Woolf/ Jane Austen/ Franz Kafka

•Original context: Sinligh

•Art reference:

1. art by Nikolas Antoniou. 2. art by Katherine Wranovich. 3. No Flame Burns Forever by Alex Stoddard. 4. Autopsy, by Enrique Simonet (detail). 5. art by Natasha Wright.