As a lifelong James Bond fan, I love the original Fleming novels, but when I want something a little more realistic and less sensational Le Carre is without peer. I also started with The Spy Who Came in from the Cold, and then went to the beginning with Call for the Dead and A Murder of Quality. They are definitely different in tone but I still enjoyed them. Now I am reading The Looking Glass War and can't wait for Tinker, Tailor next. The film is also one of my favorites. I recently bought The Company by Robert Littell, which I am really excited about. It apparently provides the US/CIA side of the same time period as the Smiley novels. It's long but I may take it on after Tinker, Tailor.
Daniel Silva's spy, Gabriel Alon, said, "spying 98% boredom, 2% sheer terror." George Smiley played by both Alec Guinness and Gary Oldman (2 others did but not nearly as successfully). I agree with your "no action" assessment but the characterizations, wow! I love all of Le Carre's books, enjoy!
I'm glad that you gave the BBC Smiley drama's a watch and enjoyed them. I would also recommend the BBC drama Fall of Eagles ( 1974 ) it is a fantastic drama charting slide into the first world war from the point of view of the great noble houses.
No worries about “talking to yourself” with your camera. I shoot video diaries all the time when traveling and I promise no one cares and usually goes about their business. I’ve even had people jump out of the shot apologetically, which is hilarious. If anything, talking into the camera will give you “more solo courage” as you’re out and about.
just went to the shed for a sunday evening pipe and ive been caught out by the old gawaith aquatic. 2 hours on a paper towel and still wet as an otter's pocket.
Oh wow! I lived there for many years. The City of Subdued Excitement!!! 😃 It was the name Stuff & Things that drew me in and your location is exciting too. Love the travelers notebook stuff & things. I will watch all the Stuff. And the Things.
Just back from a week in London. Met a couple YTPC presenters at JJ Fox. One of them @G Spitaletti a UK pipe maker posted a vid. If you love BBC and those type books as I do, you need to start planning a trip to London. Looking forward to your Pipe Force review B
I have been watching your videos for a number of years but rarely comment. I enjoy your ideas and opinion. Just a few observations that you can think about or ignore: 1) I am intrigued by your working videos but I don't have the time to sit and watch them all the way through. Is it possible to edit them to be shorter? Maybe post a long version and a shorter one? 2) I like black and white photos. There is something about the simplicity and contrast that appeals to me that the color does not. Color photos get lost in the color. Is it possible to make some of your phots black and white and the compare to see which are more captivating? Keep up the good work.
if i buy a hoodie, how much do you make from this? just want to support you and give you the most i can. might just write you a check and send it to you. but to support you more with clothing... it might help in long term. thanks
Lol, that is funny the selfie stick self talking shame, lol. Ahh it is 2024 after all I guess common place. The irony is for all the creators doing that, I never see any on the streets, and Canada has a disproportionately high amount of CZcams creators, I see more MSM for that matter, strange…
Sorry to see the PNW is also infested with those bland panel buildings. Ikea buildings. Theyre capitalisms version of those apartment blocks they built in the Eastern Bloc. Truly spiritless architecture.
Oh the train! Train interrupting you. That brings back memories.
To me,Karla is the Professor Moriarty in Le Carre's novels.😎
There’s even a character who mentions the Reichenbach Falls in Smiley’s People, so I think Le Carré agrees with you!
As a lifelong James Bond fan, I love the original Fleming novels, but when I want something a little more realistic and less sensational Le Carre is without peer. I also started with The Spy Who Came in from the Cold, and then went to the beginning with Call for the Dead and A Murder of Quality. They are definitely different in tone but I still enjoyed them. Now I am reading The Looking Glass War and can't wait for Tinker, Tailor next. The film is also one of my favorites.
I recently bought The Company by Robert Littell, which I am really excited about. It apparently provides the US/CIA side of the same time period as the Smiley novels. It's long but I may take it on after Tinker, Tailor.
Thanks for the recommendation! I'm definitely going to read the first two Le Carre novels as well.
Happy 4th of July Brad! My favorite Day of the Year!
Same to you! Thanks for all of the support over the years!
Daniel Silva's spy, Gabriel Alon, said, "spying 98% boredom, 2% sheer terror." George Smiley played by both Alec Guinness and Gary Oldman (2 others did but not nearly as successfully). I agree with your "no action" assessment but the characterizations, wow! I love all of Le Carre's books, enjoy!
I liked how the train punctuated when you were saying "No. Weird. People." in Florida😂
Tinker Taylor is a fantastic novel
I'm glad that you gave the BBC Smiley drama's a watch and enjoyed them. I would also recommend the BBC drama Fall of Eagles ( 1974 ) it is a fantastic drama charting slide into the first world war from the point of view of the great noble houses.
Very interesting! Thanks for the suggestion!
WOW!! Florida man watches your channel! Who'da thunk it!
No worries about “talking to yourself” with your camera. I shoot video diaries all the time when traveling and I promise no one cares and usually goes about their business. I’ve even had people jump out of the shot apologetically, which is hilarious. If anything, talking into the camera will give you “more solo courage” as you’re out and about.
Yeah, you'd think I'd be more comfortable with it after all this time.
just went to the shed for a sunday evening pipe and ive been caught out by the old gawaith aquatic. 2 hours on a paper towel and still wet as an otter's pocket.
Haha! Gawith level moisture.
Good Evening 😊 Another Awesome Video Mate👌🏽Thanks For Sharing 👏🏼👏🏼 Appreciate Your Time and God Bless 🙏🏽 Greetings From South Africa 🇿🇦
Thanks so much!
i was laughing at the train and the Florida skit. it was perfect. second location out of the sun was awesome. enjoyed the background.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Oh wow! I lived there for many years. The City of Subdued Excitement!!! 😃 It was the name Stuff & Things that drew me in and your location is exciting too. Love the travelers notebook stuff & things. I will watch all the Stuff. And the Things.
Much appreciated!
Saludos cordiales del Perú
Cool! I have a ton of Amazon credits so I just downloaded The Spy Who Came in from the Cold for free (sorta) on my Kindle. Cheers!
Nice! Let me know what you think!
Have to played the "Florida Man" game. Simple, just put "Florida man" into any news stream and see that headlines pop up . . .
I enjoyed the LeCarre on the BBC when they first came out, I agree they are great!
Just back from a week in London. Met a couple YTPC presenters at JJ Fox. One of them @G Spitaletti a UK pipe maker posted a vid. If you love BBC and those type books as I do, you need to start planning a trip to London. Looking forward to your Pipe Force review B
Nice! IVe always wanted to go, but Japan will have to come first. ;-)
I was curious if that red brick building in minute two was the same building you did the skateboard video in front of? 😂
Yep! Things have been built up quite a bit more there since then.
How ya doing, man? #AskStuffandThings
I have been watching your videos for a number of years but rarely comment. I enjoy your ideas and opinion. Just a few observations that you can think about or ignore: 1) I am intrigued by your working videos but I don't have the time to sit and watch them all the way through. Is it possible to edit them to be shorter? Maybe post a long version and a shorter one? 2) I like black and white photos. There is something about the simplicity and contrast that appeals to me that the color does not. Color photos get lost in the color. Is it possible to make some of your phots black and white and the compare to see which are more captivating? Keep up the good work.
Thanks for the comment! I'll try to give you an answer on the next SSaT.
if i buy a hoodie, how much do you make from this? just want to support you and give you the most i can. might just write you a check and send it to you. but to support you more with clothing... it might help in long term. thanks
I wouldn't bother! I'm going to try to revamp the merch soon!
Lol, that is funny the selfie stick self talking shame, lol. Ahh it is 2024 after all I guess common place. The irony is for all the creators doing that, I never see any on the streets, and Canada has a disproportionately high amount of CZcams creators, I see more MSM for that matter, strange…
I never seen anyone either, and with the way people stare at me when I do it, it's obviously not as common as one might think!
Sorry to see the PNW is also infested with those bland panel buildings. Ikea buildings. Theyre capitalisms version of those apartment blocks they built in the Eastern Bloc. Truly spiritless architecture.
Pretty bland for sure. Most new, large construction projects here all look the same.
@@stuffandthingsyoutube well the good news is that they won't last long because they're made terribly
if you are looking for ladies, that hat will not help you! support Philadelphia Eagles as the are better birds. 🦅 love ya buddy.
Native Philadelphian here: Being an Eagles fan does not attract a lot of women, and you do not want the women it attracts.
@@uraniumrock8381 you should see my NY Rangers women! LOL i am from north Jersey and found myself split between the two cities.