convincing you to read my favourite books by reading their best quotes

Introduction 00:00

• Jack Edwards will be discussing some of his favorite books and reading out his favorite quotes from them.
• He believes that a physical book tells two stories - the author's story and the reader's experience with the text.

All the Lovers in the Night by Michael Kawakami 01:38

• This is one of Jack Edwards' favorite books.
• Described as being whimsical and focusing on the beauty of the mundane things in life.
• Jack reads an extract from the book describing the beauty of the night.

"Why does the night have to be so beautiful... Why is the night so beautiful? Why does it shine the way it does?" 02:08

Sula by Toni Morrison 03:58

• According to Jack, this is one of the greatest books of all time.
• Toni Morrison is praised for her ability to capture the human condition in her writing.
• Jack reads an extract from the book describing a woman's feelings after being abandoned by her partner.

Capturing Precious Moments 04:47

• The extract in this book "Sula" by Toni Morrison encapsulates the feeling of something precious but difficult to truly capture and appreciate.
• The protagonist looks for tangible evidence of her lover having ever been there but finds nothing, only 'his stunning absence'.
• His absence was so ornate and everywhere that it stings everything and makes everything seem so vivid and colourful.
• The extract discusses how the memories and emotions associated with a person or moment can be more precious than any material souvenir would be.

"He pulled everything toward himself not only her eyes and all her senses but also inanimate things seem to exist because of him backdrops to his presence. Now that he had gone these things so long subdued by his presence were glamorized in his wake" 05:13

Nevada: Obscure and Abstract Way of Telling Them 06:52

• Nevada by Imogen Binnie is a novel about a trans road trip following a breakup with her partner.
• The way the protagonist initiates the breakup is interesting and sticks with the reader.
• The protagonist, Maria, starts talking about how she feels about her bike and how it's not just a possession but rather the only way she can really feel connected to the world outside herself.
• She admits she may be only happy when she's alone, which is heartbreaking but honest.

"I don't think my bike is just this thing that sits outside the bookstore rusting or inside the kitchen rusting. That book is like the only way I know to really be in touch with my life and with the world outside myself. It sounds totally hippie but Steph all I ever want to do is ride my bike" 08:03

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• Lingoda is a language learning platform where users can learn English, Spanish, French, business English, etc through online classes with native speakers.
• Classes only ever have up to five students, ensuring everyone gets involved and encouraged to speak out.
• The platform has an initiative called a Sprint, where participants attend daily classes for 60 days.
• If you complete the Sprint, you get 100% of your money back as a reward.

Lingoda and the Sprint 09:32

• Lingoda is an online language learning platform that offers structured classes with certified teachers.
• The Super Sprint requires attendance at every class for three months, whereas the Sprint requires 15 classes each month for three months.
• If you complete the Sprint, you get 50% of your fee back.
• The speaker took on the Sprint to learn French and got 100% cashback.
• Lingoda is a great way to make language learning a habit.
• Use the code Jacksprint20 for 20 euros off on your deposit for the Sprint.

"I love Lingoda so much, and I have a discount code for you." 09:53

Armin by Won-pyung Sohn 10:14

• The book is translated by Sandy Joosun Lee from the original Korean, and it is an exploration of emotions.
• The main character has an underdeveloped part of the brain that senses emotions, so the book presents a unique perspective on love and other emotions.
• The character is watching TV and considering the word "love" when he has a profound realization.
• The book makes the reader think about the definition of love and how people use it in their daily lives.

"I thought of books by Goethe and Shakespeare, who often resorted to death." 11:15

Night Crawling by L. Motley 12:44

• The book is overflowing with trauma and very sad moments, but it also has tender and lyrical moments.
• The quote is a meditation on the state of the world and our place in it.
• The character is finding solace in being alone outside at night, looking up at the sky and wondering about the vastness of the universe.

Escaping reality with "Someone Who Will Love You in All Your Damaged Glory" 14:06

• This segment is about a book called "Someone Who Will Love You in All Your Damaged Glory" by Raphael Bob-Waksberg, the creator of "BoJack Horseman".
• The book is a collection of short stories, some of which are very short.
• The book has a humorous and silly tone, but also contains profound and universal truths.

"There are two kinds of people he thought, the people you don't want to touch because you're afraid you're going to break them and the people you want to break." 16:19

"Love in the Big City": A Book That Balances Fun and Loneliness 16:52

• "Love in the Big City" is a book that has a balance between fun and loneliness in its writing.
• The book centers on fun, but also explores the reasons why people behave in certain ways.
• The book is written by a Russian author named Maxim Osipov.
• The quoted section is from the second chapter and talks about casual sex and living with your best friends.

"I knew that the world was filled with lonely people." 17:52

Love in the Big City 18:35

• Love in the Big City is a special book by Sangyong Park, translated by The Legend.
• The book is highly recommended by the speaker.
• The writing style is top tier and exquisitely written.
• The book speaks about something difficult, abuse.
• The speaker has a lot of respect for this book.

"It is completely Divine, so lyrical whilst also speaking about something so difficult, and I really have a lot of respect for this book." 19:09

In the Dream House 20:22

• In the Dream House is a book by Carmen Maria Machado.
• The book examines a volatile relationship and abuse in a gut-wrenching way.
• The book is charismatic, bold, and poignant but also playful at times.
• The speaker is wrecked by the line "most types of domestic abuse are completely legal."

"It is so charismatic and bold and poignant and also playful at times, and it basically examines a very volatile relationship in a way that is just gut-wrenching." 20:12

 "Most types of domestic abuse are completely legal." 19:50

Anne of Green Gables 20:24

• Anne of Green Gables is a classic book by LM Montgomery.
• The book is about a girl who is adopted by a family called the Cuthberts.
• The book makes you appreciate the everyday and the natural world.
• The character of Anne is sometimes naive but has a refreshing perspective.
• The book teaches that nature can be our greatest teacher.
• The speaker reads a lovely section from the book where Anne talks about making mistakes and how there must be a limit to the mistakes one person can make.

"It really makes you appreciate the everyday and the natural world and how nature really can be our greatest teacher." 20:45

 "Isn't it nice to think that tomorrow is a new day with no mistakes in it yet?" 21:05

My favorite books 22:38

• The speaker recommends multiple books and considers them all great.
• The books are not specified in this segment.

Lingoda sponsor 22:41

• Lingoda sponsored the video.

Acknowledgment 22:45

• The speaker expresses gratitude towards Lingoda for making the video possible.
• The speaker mentions that the French phrase "merci beaucoup" means "thank you very much."

Conclusion 22:49

• The speaker invites viewers to subscribe if they're new.
• The speaker says "all the best" and wishes viewers a wonderful day.
• The speaker says "bye bye."

Feeling Lost in Your 20s

Feeling lost in your 20s 00:00

• The common view is that your 20s will be the best years of your life, but it can also be a time of confusion, anxiety and uncertainty.
• This feeling may arise due to various reasons such as significant changes like finishing university, entering the workforce and establishing yourself as an adult.
• You are getting more responsibilities than before and trying to understand yourself as an individual.
• High societal expectations and decisions made in this period can have long-lasting consequences, positive or negative, so there is pressure to make the right choices.
• Some people find their passionate goal early on, but for others, like the speaker, it doesn't come as easy.
• There are many opportunities and options out there, but they can be overwhelming and make you feel like a failure.

"There are so many opportunities out there, so many things that I could be making a career out of, yet I haven't found that one thing that I want to carry on with." 01:19

Contributing factors 02:16

• One contributing factor is the sense of isolation that many of us feel at this age, as people often move away from their friends and family to pursue their careers or education.
• You might feel disconnected from your roots and struggle to find a sense of belonging in your new environment.
• Many people are coming in and out of your life, and there are a lot of temporary relationships and tough breakups.

"It can definitely get lonely at times." 02:47

Give yourself time 03:10

• It's important to accept and embrace the temporary feeling of being lost; your 20s are the time of self-discovery and growth, so give yourself time to explore different options until you find something that you're passionate enough to pursue.
• Seek out new experiences and opportunities, whether it's learning new skills, trying new hobbies, meeting people, or traveling.
• Each new experience will teach you more about yourself and the world around you, giving you a clearer sense of purpose.

No one has everything figured out 04:25

• The truth is, no one really has everything figured out, no matter the age, and we learn as we go.
• Each of us has a different timeline to follow, so there is no point in comparison.
• We're all just lost individuals wandering around trying to make our daily lives as pleasant as we can; there will be heartbreaks, and there will be losses, but that's just life.

How to Drink like a Korean

How to Drink like a Korean 00:05

• Koreans often wind down their day with a little drink, usually Soju or Somik.
• Soju is a clear, colorless distilled alcoholic beverage of Korean origin.
• Somik is a combination of Soju and beer.
• Somik is refreshing and perfect for summertime drinking.
• To open a bottle of Soju twist the cap with your right hand, holding the bottle with your left.
• Somik is considered a national drink of Korea.
• Koreans always drink with food.

Korean drinking culture 07:37

• Koreans don't just stay in one place when drinking; they go to multiple places throughout the night, which are called "cha".
• The first place is called "ITA" and the second place is called "Tata".
• Koreans keep going to different places and they are called "icha" places.
• When Koreans go drinking, they always look for icha places that are open.
• In the video, the group went to "Puta Street" as their next destination.

"So another quintessential part about Korean drinking culture is that we don't just stay in one place and drink... we go to multiple places during the night." 07:40

Exploring the Utoro neighborhood 08:50

• The Utoro neighborhood in Korea is popular among drinkers because it's a neighborhood that will soon disappear - the Seoul city is planning to replace the old places with new shiny buildings, thus causing the old feeling to be gone.
• The neighborhood is among the few in Korea that keep the history that will never come back.
• The Utoro neighborhood seems like a place where the old times meet the new times and coexist perfectly.
• The writer feels that whenever they go to the Utoro neighborhood, they are a part of history.

"It's one of the few places in Korea where the old meets the new and it coexists in a perfect way... I feel like whenever I'm here, I'm being a part of history that's never ever going to come back." 09:15

Korean egg roll 12:29

• The writer eats keramari, which is like a Korean egg roll that has four eggs, some green onions, carrots, onions, and strings of cerami, which is a fake prep meat.
• This dish is an indulgent, crispy snack that pairs well with any alcoholic drink.
• In Korea, food is an essential part of drinking culture.

Eating spicy chicken feet and trying a new zero sugar alcohol (784, 857)

• Spicy chicken feet is a perfect anju or companion to Korean alcoholic drinks.
• The spiciness of the chicken awakens the taste buds and serves as a stimulus to drink more alcohol.
• Ssal is a new zero sugar alcohol brand that's popular among people who care about their health but still want to drink and have fun.

Contents

1. Korean Drinking Traditions and Hangover soup 15:55
2. Visiting a 24/7 eatery for pork neck soup 17:50
3. Dessert: Fried Rice 20:41
4. How to Drink like a Korean Summary 22:08

Korean Drinking Traditions and Hangover soup 15:55

• Korean people always finish their drinking night with hot broth.
• Soup is a big part of Korean culture as it is cost efficient, filling, nourishing, and soothing.
• Korean people faced a lot of hardship in their past and soup was a way of making things last longer.
• The broth includes cabbage leaves that are not easy to eat on their own, but they become flavorful and aromatic after being dried and braised.
• Korean make a hand gesture before drinking as a show of respect.

"Why do we do the hand thing it's a form of respect and if you pour your own drink it's a bad tale to say that you have bad luck or will be single for the next five years cheers" 18:11

Visiting a 24/7 eatery for pork neck soup 17:50

• The 24/7 eatery is a famous restaurant that serves pork neck soup.
• Pork neck soup is made by utilizing all the parts of pork that people usually don't prefer.
• Soup is cost-efficient and filling.
• People in Korea know how to survive and have fun.

Dessert: Fried Rice 20:41

• Dessert in Korea is fried rice made from leftover fat and ingredients from other dishes.
• Fried rice is crisped up to resemble a kind of never-ending paella.
• Patience is key in preparing this dish.

"The crispy rice as well as the pork fat and like the sauces and the sesame oil is incredibly intoxicating and one that you can only get here in Korea." 21:52

How to Drink like a Korean Summary 22:08

• Learn how to make your soulmate.
• Learn how to make Bomb drink.
• Don't just stay in one place, hop around.