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    The Reader’s Nook - The N&G Book Thread

    Yes world building is a huge part of it. Also have to keep in mind that Simmons had to split his book(s) into two volumes due to length. Stylistically, Fall of Hyperion is also much different and more plot driven than Hyperion.
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    The Reader’s Nook - The N&G Book Thread

    Have you read the Canterbury Tales? He supposedly modeled it after that.
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    The Reader’s Nook - The N&G Book Thread

    Kingkiller and earthsea have a lot in common. I think if you like one you’ll like the other. That said rothfuss and his main character are kind of both self congratulating blowhards and I agree with the consensus on his series so far. As for le guin, I prefer her stand-alone novels. For...
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    Television

    Just finished the last episode of s1 last night. I really hope there’s a season 2! I also really liked Pushing Daisies. Haven’t thought of that show in quite awhile. Looking to start Chernobyl next but have to sign up for hbo now first.
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    Political Discussion

    Any chance of these two being running mates at some point, you think? What if Bernie picked a much younger running mate with similar political views (eg AOC or someone similar). I wonder if that would help persuade the ageists, etc. too bad they don’t typically announce running mates til much...
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    Television

    Watched a couple episodes of season one from Good Omens last night. Wasn’t sure about it at first but now I’m hooked. :)
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