/lit/ - Literature

Censorship?
I'm nit really sure, just making an educated guess.

>>2018269
The burden of proof rests on the positive.
Also, as I've not read every sci-fi book ever published, I am hardly in a position to do so.

How do you plan to back up your assertion?

Most, if not all, Discworld books are worth the time required to read them.

>>1950614
This describes me perfectly.

>>1950470
In reference to what? House of Leaves or Godel, Escher, Bach?

My main problem (I realize this is part of the experience) with HoL is the lack of reference. Most of it's just stuff Zampano made up. So it's hard to preserve any sense of relevancy.

This. Though I can barely understand it. Some of it's denser than Godel, Escher, Bach, and that was a slog.

Hmm, sorry to leave like that. I passed out at my desk.

Any other recommendations?

Having recently read Caribbean, and now working through Iberia, I find myself greatly enjoying the work of James Michener. Any suggestions on what I should read next? Also, Michener discussion thread.

Image not relevant.

This may be a completely false memory, but I could swear that in the third book, at Minas Tirith's darkest hour, Gandalf prepared to ride out to attack the Witch-King alone, but held back when he saw the Rohirrim arrive. Is this true?

>>1906561
Hmm. Sorry, I'd forgotten that the Witch-King was stabbed, but I believe my point still does stand, somewhat.

Gandalf the Grey wasn't killed outright by the Balrog. He killed it first, then passed out and died of exhaustion/exposure/whatever. Gandalf the White is also significantly stronger.

Are the wizards of Middle-Earth immortal? Are they Maiar? My memory fails me...

Gandalf could take the Witch-King. He was essentially a minor god by this point, as it's heavily implied that he was personally charged by the Valar with ending the fight in Middle Earth. Certainly, if the Witch-King could be killed by a commonplace sword, he could certainly be slain by someone as powerful as Gandalf.

>>1900752
>implying any responsible person not having a gun is a good idea

>>1898584
Good to know. As much as I lament it, I do not have nearly enough time to read every book I come into contact with.

So, I read Dune a while back and thoroughly enjoyed it. I thought it was rather dense at times, but a good read. Are the numerous & lengthy sequels worth reading?

Also, Dune discussion thread.

Doctor Crow, what ARE you doing? External communications are strictly prohibited at the Foundation!

Damn I love these threads but I'm too tired. Have fun OP. Don't let ghouls eat your face.

Rats in the Walls
Call of Cthulhu
Colour out of space
A few others. Blanking on names sorry.
Btw I have that same exact edition.

>>1698196
That is not a dog, nor is it smiling. It's fucking creepy.

>>1698235
Winrar. Now, would those of you who've read it consider the Clarissa comics to be the comic equivalent of terribly depressing vignettes? I do, I just want hear your take on it.

Just out of curiosity, who here recognizes my first pic?

>>1698207
I was more specifically referring to the various Clarissa comics circulating on the internet. They're absolutely heartwrenching and deal with some very serious issues.

>>1698169
Why lowest form? Sometimes art can strengthen an idea or statement.