tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4043273283783489008.post7698003082524576713..comments2024-02-29T02:54:19.767-05:00Comments on Babbling Books: The Woman in White by Wilkie Collins Brian Josephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15139559400312336791noreply@blogger.comBlogger48125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4043273283783489008.post-57118489180022923902020-03-31T20:14:05.913-04:002020-03-31T20:14:05.913-04:00Hi Hila - I am very familiar with the character o...Hi Hila - I am very familiar with the character of Gul Dukat. When I think about it I guess that there are some similarities! <br /><br />I have not read The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie. It is on my list and I think that I would like it. Brian Josephhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15139559400312336791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4043273283783489008.post-32459752079793990872020-03-31T19:41:27.708-04:002020-03-31T19:41:27.708-04:00Ok, I've been watching too much Star Trek this...Ok, I've been watching too much Star Trek this past year (is there such a thing as too much Star Trek?) because the description of the Count - except for the overweight part - reminds me of Gul Dukat.<br /><br />Great review, and I plan to read this at some point. In recent weeks, I've found that I don't have as much concentration for longer novels but have read some shorter ones. Have you ever read The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie? I think you'll appreciate it, especially because it deals in part with religion, politics, and morality.HKatzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17653570160517335758noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4043273283783489008.post-57307651396818176262020-03-27T23:17:59.489-04:002020-03-27T23:17:59.489-04:00Thanks for stopping by Himawan.
Charming villains...Thanks for stopping by Himawan.<br /><br />Charming villains can be so interesting. They do often reflect reality. Brian Josephhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15139559400312336791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4043273283783489008.post-32881358387042435382020-03-27T21:43:50.143-04:002020-03-27T21:43:50.143-04:00Wow, this interesting book has been produced for a...Wow, this interesting book has been produced for a long time in 1859 ..., reading your review the story line is indeed very good to follow, also gripping. <br /><br />A killer but charming figure ... reminds us that not always a person's physical appearance is not always the same as his personality.Himawan Santhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16369258471264775162noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4043273283783489008.post-30909335138943421902020-03-24T08:53:04.132-04:002020-03-24T08:53:04.132-04:00Hi WG - There is never a rush to comment.
I thou...Hi WG - There is never a rush to comment. <br /><br />I thought that the mystery aspect of the books was innovative but it was really not that significant in terms of the plot. <br /><br />On the other hand, this was not the deep character study or deep dive into social issues that other books of the era was so I see why it might bd low on someone’s list. <br /><br />I understand that Collins and Dickens were great friends. Brian Josephhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15139559400312336791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4043273283783489008.post-79825755117132005872020-03-24T07:02:14.600-04:002020-03-24T07:02:14.600-04:00Sorry, Brian I was away when you posted this, and ...Sorry, Brian I was away when you posted this, and saw it come through but didn't have time then to respond. This is a book I have wanted to read for a long time - since my childhood when it was one of the books on my mother's shelves. The one thing that has always seen it put behind other classics is that it is a mystery novel which is not my favourite genre/style. However, you have helped keep it on the TBR! One of the reasons I am keen to read it because of Wilkie Collins relationship with Charles Dickens.Whispering Gumshttps://whisperinggums.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4043273283783489008.post-40905463778249414562020-03-22T18:04:53.641-04:002020-03-22T18:04:53.641-04:00Thanks Jane. For a thriller writer. Collins create...Thanks Jane. For a thriller writer. Collins created such compelling characters! Brian Josephhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15139559400312336791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4043273283783489008.post-68398243065651809962020-03-22T15:41:11.588-04:002020-03-22T15:41:11.588-04:00Woman in White is such a great book—glad you enjoy...Woman in White is such a great book—glad you enjoyed it. I think Marian is one of the best characters in Victorian fiction, and the Count one of the best villains. His suave, patronizing manner is absolutely chilling, plus he is utterly ruthless. Great review..JaneGShttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11094501834387622997noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4043273283783489008.post-86752571276563692592020-03-21T11:14:26.572-04:002020-03-21T11:14:26.572-04:00Thanks Naida. I think that you would like this. Thanks Naida. I think that you would like this. Brian Josephhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15139559400312336791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4043273283783489008.post-79676033889071465172020-03-21T10:44:15.301-04:002020-03-21T10:44:15.301-04:00This does sound good Brian and it is a classic tha...This does sound good Brian and it is a classic that I have wanted to read. Great commentary as always.<br />Hope you are doing well.the bookwormhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15357796617059183930noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4043273283783489008.post-16649082737878725592020-03-18T19:39:21.363-04:002020-03-18T19:39:21.363-04:00Hi Baili - Sometimes I think that innovative enter...Hi Baili - Sometimes I think that innovative entertainment can be great in and of itself. <br /><br />That is a great quotation, it really gets into the wonderful way that Collins crafted characters. <br /><br />Stay safe and healthy! Brian Josephhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15139559400312336791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4043273283783489008.post-84126347039158003402020-03-18T17:45:51.542-04:002020-03-18T17:45:51.542-04:00Hi Sue - It turns out that Catherick is a bit unst...Hi Sue - It turns out that Catherick is a bit unstable but not really insane. She does play some roll as the story progresses. Brian Josephhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15139559400312336791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4043273283783489008.post-11222699395677971392020-03-18T16:28:47.827-04:002020-03-18T16:28:47.827-04:00I have not read this one ... but I'm curious a...I have not read this one ... but I'm curious about Anne Catherick's role / is she indeed unstable ? and does she play a greater role as the book goes on? I can see her all in white escaping the institution. The cover is quite emblematic. thecuecardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08870323589682197091noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4043273283783489008.post-28414752999044594092020-03-18T08:42:52.661-04:002020-03-18T08:42:52.661-04:00wow i can feel how amusing you found it dear Brain...wow i can feel how amusing you found it dear Brain :)<br /><br />surely this one is bit different that your other recommendations regarding depth or weight of topic and sounds fairly intriguing and compelling through your review ,specially your likening for villain is understandable after reading the passage :)<br />either i enjoy such characters who are witty and skillful , despite of all their negativity they cause to other characters i adore their intellectual approach and attentive mind <br /><br />i truly enjoyed the passage from book and i found the writer powerful in his expressions <br />i think i would love to give it a try <br />hope your part of land and people are safe and you and your family are having fine times though this virus thing has rolled down the wold here too <br />stay safe and take care friend!bailihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06498012175058870980noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4043273283783489008.post-78310520582546759102020-03-17T16:48:20.210-04:002020-03-17T16:48:20.210-04:00Hi Sharon - It was a fun book.
Be healthy and sa...Hi Sharon - It was a fun book. <br /><br />Be healthy and safe!Brian Josephhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15139559400312336791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4043273283783489008.post-74909919897879575492020-03-17T16:07:06.068-04:002020-03-17T16:07:06.068-04:00I thought I had read this, but reading your review...I thought I had read this, but reading your review, I don't think I have. I think a saw a movie called the woman in black, which I think was a ghost story but Collins.<br /><br />This sounds like a good story. Have a good week. Stay safe and healthy.Sharon Wilfonghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17466621290140789056noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4043273283783489008.post-43075046911309955972020-03-17T12:30:12.547-04:002020-03-17T12:30:12.547-04:00Hi Felicity - It seems that a lot of folks read th...Hi Felicity - It seems that a lot of folks read this when young. Perhaps it is Glide that you remember as a stereotypical villain as he fits the stereotype.Brian Josephhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15139559400312336791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4043273283783489008.post-41445823160466633872020-03-17T11:31:18.138-04:002020-03-17T11:31:18.138-04:00A book I remember us reading at school though I...A book I remember us reading at school though I'm not sure I ever got to finish it.<br /><br />Its funny your commenting on the count being a 'charming villain' as the one thing about the book that really sticks in my mind is him being something of a pantomime villain. Hmm! I wonder if I were to view him in the same light if I were to read the book now.Felicity Grace Terryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17852843882007267665noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4043273283783489008.post-10386432708449797832020-03-16T21:05:59.332-04:002020-03-16T21:05:59.332-04:00Hi CyberKitten - There are a lot like of books tha...Hi CyberKitten - There are a lot like of books that I really did not get when young. I think that you would like this. Brian Josephhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15139559400312336791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4043273283783489008.post-61433108134084015702020-03-16T21:03:56.275-04:002020-03-16T21:03:56.275-04:00Thanks so much Susan. Thanks so much Susan. Brian Josephhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15139559400312336791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4043273283783489008.post-53139969286767447122020-03-16T17:49:28.676-04:002020-03-16T17:49:28.676-04:00Definitely one on my 'To Read' list. I thi...Definitely one on my 'To Read' list. I think I tried it as a teenager but it didn't stick. Time to try it again I think!CyberKittenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06394155516712665665noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4043273283783489008.post-3512517385035278412020-03-16T16:37:16.803-04:002020-03-16T16:37:16.803-04:00After reading your review I feel like I have read ...After reading your review I feel like I have read the book. Good review.Susan Kanehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09834094675218254410noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4043273283783489008.post-6876339306730716922020-03-16T07:24:35.646-04:002020-03-16T07:24:35.646-04:00Hi Kathy - I really must check out the movie. Ann ...Hi Kathy - I really must check out the movie. Ann Cathrick was a great character. I think that a lot could be done with her in a film.Brian Josephhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15139559400312336791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4043273283783489008.post-26944924377494324232020-03-16T07:21:13.489-04:002020-03-16T07:21:13.489-04:00
Hi Paula - The final confrontation in Harry Potte...<br />Hi Paula - The final confrontation in Harry Potter did have parallels to the one in this book. The secret was a big one. I must give the moonstone a try. Brian Josephhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15139559400312336791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4043273283783489008.post-79365112998203214832020-03-15T23:28:39.536-04:002020-03-15T23:28:39.536-04:00Hi Brian, I did see the film version of The Woman ...Hi Brian, I did see the film version of The Woman in White. Eleanor Parker gave such a memorable performance as Ann Cartherick, very haunting and mysterious, particularly when we first encounter her at the beginning of the story. Wilkie Collins is a writer I would like to try and best to go with his most celebrated works, The Woman in White or Moonstone.Kathy's Cornerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03967595794483824444noreply@blogger.com