This review presents books that have been read, are currently being read, and those planned for reading in the coming months, including the autumn and holiday seasons.

Books Read

• "Love and Death" by Max Wallace and Ian Halperin This book is a non-fiction work dedicated to Kurt Cobain. It was read in recent months and offered as a small departure from dense literary prose or poetry. There are plans to discuss some themes from this book on another channel by the author.

• "Another World" by Abbi Emens A contemporary romance novel read a few weeks ago. The author expressed a positive impression, although noted that it might not be as good as the book "100 Days of Sunlight" by the same author. Strong development of the main female character and relationships is noted. However, the conflict between the two brothers over the main heroine seemed a bit awkward to the author. The book is recommended for fans of Abbi Emens' work.

Books in Progress

• "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë The chosen read for the autumn-winter season. A comparison with Emily Brontë's "Wuthering Heights" is planned. The author notes this is their third re-read and finds the novel captivating, with an immersive writing style and gothic atmosphere. Jane Eyre's character development is considered convincing and relatable, particularly in the context of adolescence and a difficult childhood. The novel darkens as the plot progresses. The Puffin Classics edition is highlighted as particularly beautiful. The author finds "Jane Eyre" more accessible than "Wuthering Heights," though acknowledges the latter as a more significant work of art. The novel is recommended as an entry point into 18th-century gothic literature due to its engaging nature and comprehensibility, despite its advanced language.

• "Cities of the Plain" by Cormac McCarthy The third installment of the "Border Trilogy." The author describes reading McCarthy's works as a pleasure, noting his unique ability to create a Western atmosphere. Other cycles of the author's work are also mentioned: Southern Gothic, post-"Border Trilogy" works ("The Crossing," "The Passenger"), as well as "The Road" and "No Country for Old Men." An analysis of the novel and the entire "Border Trilogy" is planned.

• "Death in the Afternoon" by Ernest Hemingway A continuation of a project to study Hemingway's oeuvre. The book is a non-fiction work dedicated to Spanish culture, bullfighting, life and death, and existential themes characteristic of Hemingway. It is noted as a deep analysis of the author's impressions. Further engagement with this book is planned in the coming months.

• "Mozart" by Marcia Davenport The first official biography of Mozart written in English in America. The author is surprised by how much they are enjoying this book, as biographies of classical musicians can often be dull due to an excessive focus on technical musical aspects. Davenport's book, in contrast, focuses on Mozart's personality, his quirks, relationships, and creative habits. The edition, published in the late 1930s, is also noted as beautiful and compact. Maynard Solomon's biography of Mozart is recommended as an alternative. Content creation about Mozart is planned, including his biography, literature, letters, and films, as well as esoteric aspects related to his Requiem and mysterious death.

• "Lisey's Story" by Stephen King The novel has evoked mixed feelings. The author finds it engaging, with good writing, but notes King's inherent strangeness and a degree of distortion. The work is viewed as an epic literary and romantic exploration, where the author delves into themes of marriage, love, connection, and grief, possibly reflecting Stephen King's relationship with his wife, Tabitha. It is noted that the novel contains King's characteristic mannerisms and themes. The author admits King's work is not their favorite but rates the book as generally solid.

Planned Reading

• "Wuthering Heights" by Emily Brontë The work will be discussed in comparison to "Jane Eyre." It is noted that it may be either better than "Jane Eyre" or simply drastically different, but equally powerful. The book belongs to 19th-century Gothic literature.

• "Frankenstein" by Mary Shelley The novel was chosen from a collection of "spooky" autumn and Halloween reads. The author plans to finally delve into this work, which is described as profound yet understandable and accessible. The novel, under 200 pages, is seen as an opportunity to understand the origins of the horror genre and its literary, social, and historical context.

• "Rosemary's Baby" by Ira Levin The book was selected for autumn reading. The author is a fan of the 1968 film adaptation and notes that the novel is rumored to be very close to the film, but as with any adaptation, the book may contain deeper details.

• "Ecstasy and Humiliation" by Joseph W. Logsdon A work from a YouTuber and self-published author. The novel is described as his recent major work, set in the 19th century in the industrial town of Harrisville on the brink of revolution. The plot includes the story of Catherine Harris, the wife of a wealthy industrialist, and her temptation by the affections of Edward Compton, a man disillusioned with life. Their forbidden passion unfolds against the backdrop of a rebellious uprising.

• "Look Homeward, Angel" by Thomas Wolfe A work by a favorite author. This will be the third or fourth reading of the novel, which the author believes contains wisdom, existential philosophy, and other positive aspects. Content dedicated to Thomas Wolfe is planned to continue, with an in-depth analysis of themes such as "the door," "the stone," "the leaf," and other existential questions raised by the author. The original version of the novel, titled "O Lost," will also be discussed.

The review includes a diverse range of genres and authors, from classics and Gothic literature to postmodernism and contemporary works, as well as non-fiction. Content creation based on these books is planned for the channel.