I just wanted to let you know I'm reading another 1001 dystopian novel, High Rise (J G Ballard). Have you read it? I'm not sure what I think yet--I kinda like it, kinda dislike it. I keep thinking "people just wouldn't act like this," and that's pretty distracting. But it has a sort of Stephen King feel to it that I find appealing. And the premise of anarchy breaking out in a high rise is a fun concept.

postet av Nickelini kl. 7:04 pm (EST) den Sep 2, 2008

Hi,

Banjo is adorable. Bella is 9 months old now and the entire family and anyone who meets her adore her. She is such a cartoon character! Sassy, expressive, bossy, and sweet. A great dog!

Ferris

postet av hemlokgang kl. 7:16 am (EST) den Aug 25, 2008

I'm not on Netflix, because I don't think it's available in Canada. At least I've never heard of anyone here using it. The second it's available, I'm in!

postet av Nickelini kl. 11:18 pm (EST) den Jul 28, 2008

I haven't read those two (the William Morris and the Samuel Butler--isn't the title of Butler's book supposed to be "nowhere" spelled backwards? Or am I confused?), but I certainly am aware of them. I always take a double take when I see Morris included in this category--to me he's an artist and interior decorator.

And to answer your other questions, unlike most people at LibraryThing, I happen to adore movies. Seeing them at the theatre isn't possible for us anymore, and our schedule rarely allows us even to see DVDs, but one day we'll have time again. I also love music, mostly jazz and classical these days, but fairly eclectic tastes overall.

postet av Nickelini kl. 5:37 pm (EST) den Jul 28, 2008

Hey! I've been away, so sorry for the delay in getting back to you. How was _We_? It's still on my list . . . I don't own it at this point, and am trying to whittle down my TBR stack. Also not focusing on dystopia after my intense period with it (O Lord, you should see what I have lined up for this fall. Shoot me now. Or, details to follow).

postet av Nickelini kl. 2:33 am (EST) den Jul 19, 2008

The pic on my profile is a fake one... I hope. I didn't make it, either... just found it on the net and put it in my photobucket account. It's one of those pictures that you laugh at everytime you see it, no matter how many times you look at it. No, by the way, I'm not asian, but my youngest daughter is halfVietnamese. What makes me so kool is I use vodka instead of water... just kidding! :-D

postet av thekoolaidmom kl. 10:47 pm (EST) den Jun 25, 2008

You wouldn't be the first person on LT to call me Nicky (or some spelling variant of the same), and I don't mind, because it's nicer than my real name, which is Joyce (what WERE my parents thinking?). Nickelini is a combination of my surname and my husband's--I like to call it my Italian last name. Long answer, but yes, I'll answer to Nikki.

So what's the story behind "Media1001" anyway? 1001 have anything to do with 1001 books . . . ? Such an addicting list, that one!

postet av Nickelini kl. 6:19 pm (EST) den Jun 25, 2008

Good to hear that you're enjoying Never Let Me Go. Isn't it great to be surprised by a good book? I had no idea it was dystopian when I started it.

postet av Nickelini kl. 6:11 pm (EST) den Jun 16, 2008

Good choice on the albums you've listened to so far. I'm a music junkie myself, so my album list was pretty well-populated with stuff I'd already heard. Glad to hear you enjoyed Rufus Wainwright. You should check out his sister, Martha Wainwright, and their good friend Teddy Thompson (son of Richard and Linda, who are on that list with I Want To See The Bright Lights Tonight).

postet av differentbeat kl. 4:59 am (EST) den Jun 15, 2008

Hey, thanks for the comment. I can't believe you're attempting the 1001 books/movies/albums challenge! I typed up the whole list when I discovered those books and went through and bolded and italicized what I own/have read(listened) to, but I can't imagine trying to actually do them. Good luck, and godspeed. :)

postet av differentbeat kl. 8:35 am (EST) den Jun 12, 2008

media--I only saw your question today in Oulipo and I'm sorry if you feel we were ignoring you. It wasn't the case at all. We are just a very tiny group. Anyway I answered your query if you're interested.

postet av lriley kl. 9:47 pm (EST) den Jun 7, 2008

I just read your review of [Water-Babies]--it was great! I liked it more than you did--mainly because of the illustrations, but I agree with everything you said.

postet av Nickelini kl. 3:51 pm (EST) den Jun 1, 2008

Oh and sorry, you are right I meant Burroughs and wrote Leary...that is a strange coincidence, but purely unintentional on my part. It was indeed Mr. Burroughs who lived in NYC and drank too much for his own good.

postet av aemilys kl. 3:54 pm (EST) den Dec 26, 2007

Hi . . . I'm replying to your question about the dystopian novels I recently read. I've posted all about them over in the books compared group:

http://www.librarything.com/talktopic.ph...

. . . . . Sorry about the delay in responding to your question, but I waited until I had that post made so I could just steer you over there. Take care!

postet av Nickelini kl. 5:28 pm (EST) den Dec 20, 2007

Hi and thanks for stopping by and writing,

and in no particular order here is some of the stuff you wrote and my answers:

Your comment - [Valley of the Dolls] isn't on the 1001 list, but it is a book I have been wanting to check out. I will add it to my queue.

My answer - Please do read this, it's very interesting. From a generational standpoint I wish my mom had had the courage to be one of those women instead of being a boring Stepford Wife.

Your comment - I haven't read [The Poisonwood Bible] yet, although I have been meaning to check it out. [Things Fall Apart] is a 1001 book that does a good job of really immersing the reader in African culture. It is not one of my favorites, but you might like it.

My answer - and yes, somehow I kept missing "Things Fall Apart" all through the time I was reading "Poisonwood" - I loved "Things Fall Apart" when I read it in high school - who knows now? But I will reread it soon.

Your comment - You are one of the few people I know who read [Vanishing Point]. I would describe it as experimental fiction, sort of like [Naked Lunch],

My answeer - My sister actually me Mr. Leary (a legend in his own time and rightly so? and it seems he was an entirely fascinating character as well) - who is the author of Vanishing Point?

Also, this has nothing to do with books, but I checked out your blog and so many of those photographs are quite beautifully done. Is it just a lucky fluke or do you have experience with photography?

Wow, tks, anyway I have no experience at all, I am just really careful and always pay attention to that 3/4 rule, 75% rule, oh and anyway - golden rule or whathaveyou

postet av aemilys kl. 3:40 pm (EST) den Dec 17, 2007