Spinsters Library | Why are we reading more classics in lockdown? @SpinstersLibrary | Uploaded May 2020 | Updated October 2024, 22 minutes ago.
Why are people reading more classic literature in self-isolation than before the lockdown? My thoughts on this apparent trend in reading choices.
Guardian interview with Penelope Lively: theguardian.com/books/2020/apr/25/tolstoy-steinbeck-defoe-why-are-so-many-turning-to-classic-novels
So you want to get into classic literature (my video on starting with classics): youtu.be/gWpedVgfoV8
Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/spinsterslibrary
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INTO HARRY POTTER? I also run a Harry Potter podcast with the title 'Have a Biscuit, Potter!' You can listen to it wherever you get your podcasts (Spotify, iTunes, Stitcher etc), or here: haveabiscuitpotter.com
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Why are people reading more classic literature in self-isolation than before the lockdown? My thoughts on this apparent trend in reading choices.
Guardian interview with Penelope Lively: theguardian.com/books/2020/apr/25/tolstoy-steinbeck-defoe-why-are-so-many-turning-to-classic-novels
So you want to get into classic literature (my video on starting with classics): youtu.be/gWpedVgfoV8
Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/spinsterslibrary
📚❤😺 HEY, DO YOU LIKE CATS AND CLASSIC LITERATURE? Good. I made some cats and classic literature inspired stuff, which you can check out here:
shop.spinsterslibrary.com 😺❤📚
*This is an affiliate link. Feel free to ignore completely or click to buy the book/item, in which case I will earn a small commission from it. This will not affect the sale price, but is much appreciated by me :)
FIND ME ONLINE
spinsterslibrary.com
Twitter: twitter.com/spinsterslib
Goodreads: goodreads.com/user/show/46554514-claudia
Book Instagram: instagram.com/spinsterslibrary
Cat Instagram: instagram.com/claudia_kittleton
INTO HARRY POTTER? I also run a Harry Potter podcast with the title 'Have a Biscuit, Potter!' You can listen to it wherever you get your podcasts (Spotify, iTunes, Stitcher etc), or here: haveabiscuitpotter.com
EQUIPMENT I USE
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![Decluttering my TBR | Packing up my books [CC]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/fcXNur_tgLk/hqdefault.jpg "Decluttering my TBR | Packing up my books [CC]
It is time to unhaul my TBR and pack up my unread books for the move. Im hoping to cut my 60-book TBR into a somewhat more portable chunk. Lets see how it goes...
🎄🎩😺Theres a new Charles Dickens Christmas Carol (but with cats) Holiday design now out in the webshop! https://shop.spinsterslibrary.com 😺🎩🎄
LINKS:
Mels Bookland Adventures: sadly no longer public
Wilde Book Garden: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEqGegYvU-x_C3J0y6a_sVg
Infinite Text: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrRKHixMHuf9pcon27j3wlQ
Books and Things: https://www.youtube.com/user/thesilverscribe
Claudias Haus: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUgt_ad44BYiQhLZRzYZsFw
£5 Charity shop challenge with Robyn: https://youtu.be/FWWNs5n8f0o
The Goose Girl by Shannon Hale review: https://youtu.be/yie0AZwKigE
FIND ME ONLINE
www.spinsterslibrary.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/spinsterslib
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/46554514-claudia
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Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/spinsterslibrary
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*This is an affiliate link. Feel free to ignore completely or click to buy the book/item, in which case I will earn a small commission from it. This will not affect the sale price, but is much appreciated by me :)")
![Writing a PhD from home | Humanities PhD Vlog [CC]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/g6kxGlNCCmE/hqdefault.jpg "Writing a PhD from home | Humanities PhD Vlog [CC]
A little updated vlog on how I cope with working on my humanities PhD from home during lockdown, without being able to use my universitys facilities, and you know, general fatigue.
THINGS MENTIONED:
Laptop stand:
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USB Hub:
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Keyboard: V80 Tenkeyless Speed Switch Vintage Keyboard (this exact model is no longer available)
My video on music in Jane Austens time: https://youtu.be/jp9jojL9iKE
My video on music in Pride and Prejudice: https://youtu.be/OdQcgKs7pyY
Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/spinsterslibrary
📚❤😺 HEY, DO YOU LIKE CATS AND CLASSIC LITERATURE? Good. I made some cats and classic literature inspired stuff, which you can check out here:
https://shop.spinsterslibrary.com 😺❤📚
FIND ME ONLINE
www.spinsterslibrary.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/spinsterslib
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/46554514-claudia
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spinsterslibrar y/
EQUIPMENT I USE
Camera:
Canon M50 with Kit Lense
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Microphone:
Rode VideoMicro
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Tripod:
Amazon Basics Tripod
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Lighting:
Neewer 2 Pack Dimmable Bi-color 480 LED Video Light and Stand Lighting Kit
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*This is an affiliate link. Feel free to ignore completely or click to buy the book/item, in which case I will earn a small commission from it. This will not affect the sale price, but is much appreciated by me :)")
![Theres No Justice, Theres Just Him | Mort by Terry Pratchett | Book Review [CC]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/hDmwZ2iRhSs/hqdefault.jpg "Theres No Justice, Theres Just Him | Mort by Terry Pratchett | Book Review [CC]
My review for Mort by Terry Pratchett, the fourth Discworld novel, and the first one about Death.
🐈📚My webshop for fans of classic literature and cats: https://shop.spinsterslibrary.com
12 Decades of Christmas Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1SPZJREHYE7-gfA1Myh7GcMIijFeBIu9
FIND ME ONLINE
My second channel Claudias Haus: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUgt_ad44BYiQhLZRzYZsFw
www.spinsterslibrary.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/spinsterslib
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/46554514-claudia
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spinsterslibrary/
EQUIPMENT I USE
Camera:
Canon M50 with Kit Lense
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Microphone:
Rode VideoMicro
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Amazon Basics Tripod
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*This is an affiliate link. Feel free to ignore completely or click to buy the book/item, in which case I will earn a small commission from it. This will not affect the sale price, but is much appreciated by me :)")
![Guessing Jane Austen books from their one star reviews. [CC]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/hEAIZEwz9q4/hqdefault.jpg "Guessing Jane Austen books from their one star reviews. [CC]
In which I try and guess Jane Austen books based on one-star Goodreads reviews of them.
🐈📚My webshop for fans of classic literature and cats: https://shop.spinsterslibrary.com
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FIND ME ONLINE
My second channel Claudias Haus: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUgt_ad44BYiQhLZRzYZsFw
www.spinsterslibrary.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/spinsterslib
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/46554514-claudia
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spinsterslibrary/
EQUIPMENT I USE
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Canon M50 with Kit Lense
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Microphone:
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*This is an affiliate link. Feel free to ignore completely or click to buy the book/item, in which case I will earn a small commission from it. This will not affect the sale price, but is much appreciated by me :)")
![Reacting to my first TBR [CC]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/hjoQUb5A5KE/hqdefault.jpg "Reacting to my first TBR [CC]
A look back at my very first TBR video. Did I read all the books I set myself three years ago? And just how awkward was my past self?
🎄🎩😺Theres a new Charles Dickens Christmas Carol (but with cats) Holiday design now out in the webshop! https://shop.spinsterslibrary.com 😺🎩🎄
LINKS:
My first TBR: https://youtu.be/NcNzlfF_SU4
Between Lines and Life: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD_RTVv-xKl1hC3NWTWRAUg
Noveltea Corner: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCErXOpDT7FeA6baLw5cO8w
Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/spinsterslibrary
FIND ME ONLINE
www.spinsterslibrary.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/spinsterslib
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/46554514-claudia
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spinsterslibrary/
EQUIPMENT I USE
Camera:
Canon M50 with Kit Lense
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UK: https://amzn.to/2X3vDul *
Microphone:
Rode VideoMicro
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Tripod:
Amazon Basics Tripod
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*This is an affiliate link. Feel free to ignore completely or click to buy the book/item, in which case I will earn a small commission from it. This will not affect the sale price, but is much appreciated by me :)")
![Classic Book Recommendations for YA Readers [CC]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/htszcmLzQXs/hqdefault.jpg "Classic Book Recommendations for YA Readers [CC]
Some classics recommendations for readers of Young Adult books. Open for time stamps.
TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Whats wrong with childrens classics?
01:22 The Chrysalids by John Wyndham
04:21 Carmilla by Sheridan Le Fanu
08:10 Agnes Grey by Anne Bronte
10:38 I Capture The Castle by Dodie Smith
13:16 Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier
LINKS:
My review for The Chrysalids: https://youtu.be/yCJRyoAk5uM
My review for Agnes Grey: https://youtu.be/KpeVQ4s6at0
🐈📚My webshop for fans of classic literature and cats: https://spinsters-library-sale.creator-spring.com/
FIND ME ONLINE
My second channel Claudias Haus: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUgt_ad44BYiQhLZRzYZsFw
www.spinsterslibrary.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/spinsterslib
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/46554514-claudia
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spinsterslibrary/
EQUIPMENT I USE
Camera:
Canon M50 with Kit Lense
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UK: https://amzn.to/2X3vDul *
Microphone:
Rode VideoMicro
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Tripod:
Amazon Basics Tripod
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![Jane Austen July 2020 Wrap Up [CC]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/i3etkMwqXww/hqdefault.jpg "Jane Austen July 2020 Wrap Up [CC]
My reading and viewing wrap-up of all things Austen for #JaneAustenJuly 2020. Open for timestamps. #JaneAustenJuly
BOOKS MENTIONED (TIMESTAMPS AND LINKS)
1:18
Jane Austen: Mansfield Park
US: https://amzn.to/3hLXARY *
UK: https://amzn.to/39Kz1lA *
8:00
Jane Austen: Pride and Prejudice
US: https://amzn.to/3gj28yN *
UK: https://amzn.to/30fDU2T *
10:08
John Mullan: What Matters in Jane Austen
US: https://amzn.to/3faqTvO *
UK: https://amzn.to/30dQaRq *
12:09
Uzma Jalaluddin: Ayesha at Last
US: https://amzn.to/3gi5JNs *
UK: https://amzn.to/3k1WeVg *
15:12
Jane Austen: Selected Letters (ed. Vivien Jones)
US: https://amzn.to/39HGuSt *
UK: https://amzn.to/33d1S0I *
16:29
Film adaptations
Northanger Abbey (2007)
Bride and Prejudice (2004)
LINKS:
Jane Austen July 2020 Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1SPZJREHYE6IQtl8mcZ3ByHn2D1Ew65x
Jane Austen July 2019 Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1SPZJREHYE4XpQWalJoq1iciG5KiNwL2
I hated Mansfield Park, so I reread it: https://youtu.be/l7Pbx65C7vI
Music In Pride and Prejudice: https://youtu.be/OdQcgKs7pyY
Jane Austen July video recommendations: https://youtu.be/8MCZyYU4jGk
Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/spinsterslibrary
📚❤😺 HEY, DO YOU LIKE CATS AND CLASSIC LITERATURE? Good. I made some cats and classic literature inspired stuff, which you can check out here:
https://shop.spinsterslibrary.com 😺❤📚
*This is an affiliate link. Feel free to ignore completely or click to buy the book/item, in which case I will earn a small commission from it. This will not affect the sale price, but is much appreciated by me :)
FIND ME ONLINE
www.spinsterslibrary.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/spinsterslib
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/46554514-claudia
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spinsterslibrary/
EQUIPMENT I USE
Camera:
Canon M50 with Kit Lense
US: https://amzn.to/2DaGJpV *
UK: https://amzn.to/2X3vDul *
Microphone:
Rode VideoMicro
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UK: https://amzn.to/2ZgVwZU *
Tripod:
Amazon Basics Tripod
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UK: https://amzn.to/2P3JKx6 *
Lighting:
Neewer 2 Pack Dimmable Bi-color 480 LED Video Light and Stand Lighting Kit
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![The Murder of Roger Ackroyd by Agatha Christie | Book Review [CC]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/i9iMIVyNau8/hqdefault.jpg "The Murder of Roger Ackroyd by Agatha Christie | Book Review [CC]
My review for Agatha Christies Poirot mystery The Murder of Roger Ackroyd. Spoiler-free until 11 minutes in.
🐈📚My webshop for fans of classic literature and cats: https://shop.spinsterslibrary.com
📺Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/spinsterslibrary
FIND ME ONLINE
My second channel Claudias Haus: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUgt_ad44BYiQhLZRzYZsFw
www.spinsterslibrary.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/spinsterslib
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/46554514-claudia
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spinsterslibrary/
EQUIPMENT I USE
Camera:
Canon M50 with Kit Lense
US: https://amzn.to/2DaGJpV *
UK: https://amzn.to/2X3vDul *
Microphone:
Rode VideoMicro
US: https://amzn.to/2DehiUA *
UK: https://amzn.to/2ZgVwZU *
Tripod:
Amazon Basics Tripod
US: https://amzn.to/2IewzZw *
UK: https://amzn.to/2P3JKx6 *
Lighting:
Neewer 2 Pack Dimmable Bi-color 480 LED Video Light and Stand Lighting Kit
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UK: https://amzn.to/2Mg1DKv *
*This is an affiliate link. Feel free to ignore completely or click to buy the book/item, in which case I will earn a small commission from it. This will not affect the sale price, but is much appreciated by me :)")
