What If You’re Not ‘Smart Enough’ to Read the Classics? (Spoiler: You Are) Lady of the Library 2025-05-06 | Are you afraid you’re not ‘smart enough’ to read classic literature? Spoiler: You absolutely are.In this video, I break down the myth that classics are only for the elite or the overly academic. Whether it’s Homer, Austen, or Dostoevsky, these books were meant to be read—and enjoyed—by you. Let’s talk about imposter syndrome, gatekeeping in literature, and how to build confidence as a reader. Perfect for book lovers, students, and anyone curious about diving into classic literature.📚 Topics Covered:– Why classics seem intimidating– Breaking down literary gatekeeping– Encouragement for neurodivergent or self-taught readers– How to start reading classics (and enjoy them!)#Classics #Books #ReadingTips #DarkAcademia #literarydiscussion 📖 Explore more history and literature on my channel!GET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: substack.com/@cinziadubois🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.
Greed and Wrath in Dante’s Inferno | A Close Reading (Cantos VII–VIII) Lady of the Library 2026-02-19 | Head to squarespace.com/ladyofthelibrary to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code LADYOFTHELIBRARY In this video, we take a close textual dive into the circles of greed and wrath in Inferno from Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri. This is part of an ongoing series exploring The Divine Comedy canto by canto through literary analysis, theology, and intellectual history (you can check out my playlist for the other circles)GET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: ladyofthelibrary.com/sign-up🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.
Returning to the PhD I Abandoned Lady of the Library 2026-02-10 | Head to squarespace.com/ladyofthelibrary to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code LADYOFTHELIBRARY What does it mean to return to work you once left behind? In this video, I reflect on returning to unfinished work—abandoned projects, paused PhDs, half-written ideas, and old ambitions that no longer fit the person you’ve become. It’s about grief, maturity, fear, and the strange tenderness of reopening something you once loved.GET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: ladyofthelibrary.com/sign-up🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.
Why Does Everyone Want to Be a Renaissance Man Now? Lady of the Library 2026-01-26 | Head to squarespace.com/ladyofthelibrary to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code LADYOFTHELIBRARY Why does everyone suddenly want to be a “Renaissance man”? From productivity culture and self-optimisation to reading lists, gym routines, and “well-rounded” masculine ideals, the idea of the Renaissance man is having a strange online revival.In this video, I explore the rise of the Renaissance bro era, where being intellectual, disciplined, creative, and physically fit all at once has become a cultural aspiration. We’ll look at where the Renaissance man ideal actually comes from, why it’s resurfacing now, and what this trend says about modern masculinity, burnout, and meaning in an age of constant self-improvement. Is this a genuine return to curiosity and learning, or just another version of productivity culture dressed up as classical wisdom?GET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: ladyofthelibrary.com/sign-up🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.
📦 🦇 Unbox the latest Weird Subscription box with me from @bl_publishing #britishlibrary #books Lady of the Library 2026-01-16 | ...
Rethinking Reading After Burnout Lady of the Library 2026-01-12 | Head to squarespace.com/ladyofthelibrary to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code LADYOFTHELIBRARY At the start of a new year, it’s easy to rush into reading goals, challenges, and productivity mindsets. In this video, I’m thinking more slowly about books: why we read, how we choose what to read, and what it means to build a meaningful reading life rather than just a long list.There's not much of a script to today's video. It's merely a reflective, bookish conversation about reading habits, intellectual curiosity, and approaching books with intention at the beginning of the year. GET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: ladyofthelibrary.com/sign-up🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.
We need to talk about Nolans Odyssey trailer... Lady of the Library 2026-01-06 | So, Christopher Nolan's Odyssey trailer dropped the other week and the choices he's made so far are... interesting. Let's talk about them. GET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: ladyofthelibrary.com/sign-up🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.
300K Celebration AMA Live Stream! Lady of the Library 2026-01-04 | Darn, I genuinely can't believe it, but I've somehow managed to hit 300,000 subscribers! Thank you all so, so much fro subscribing. Please join me at 7:30pm GMT for an ask me anything stream to celebrate. Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/CinziaListen to my podcast on Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/6VfwtK0ydOe3rqXXNXdsZ9?si=kFnhlb1BSLimQgWBtvkpCAThe Classical Academic Channel: youtube.com/c/TheClassicalAcademicInstagram: instagram.com/lady.of.the.libraryGoodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisChapters:0:00 IntroductionDisclaimer: I am a Book Depository Affiliate. I am not sponsored for any of my reviews and will always disclose if a book I am reviewing has been sent to me for review.
Everything I’m Reading This Winter Lady of the Library 2025-12-28 | MasterClass has great offers this holiday season. If you use my link, you’ll get up to 50% off an annual subscription. Head over to https://masterclass.yt.link/Py4hemM for the current offer and they’ll know I sent you!In this video, I share everything I’m reading this winter, including Christmas reads, history, and non-fiction. From winter TBR ideas to thoughtful book recommendations, this is a seasonal reading list for book lovers who enjoy literary and atmospheric books.GET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: ladyofthelibrary.com/sign-up🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.
Why Outrage Is the Easiest Story to Sell Lady of the Library 2025-12-22 | Head to squarespace.com/ladyofthelibrary to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code LADYOFTHELIBRARY Why does outrage dominate the internet? From social media to news cycles, anger has become the easiest emotion to monetise. In this video, we explore the rage economy — how platforms, media, and even creators are incentivised to sell outrage, why it spreads faster than nuance, and what it’s doing to our ability to think critically.GET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: ladyofthelibrary.com/sign-up🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.Coney, Philippa. 2024. “Why Social Media Users like Sharing Negative News - News & Insight - Cambridge Judge Business School.” Cambridge Judge Business School. November 25, 2024. jbs.cam.ac.uk/2024/why-social-media-users-like-sharing-negative-news/.
Why The Odyssey Is the Perfect Story for the Chronically Overwhelmed Lady of the Library 2025-12-17 | Head to squarespace.com/ladyofthelibrary to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code LADYOFTHELIBRARY Why does The Odyssey still resonate so deeply, especially when we’re exhausted, overwhelmed, and trying to hold everything together?In this video, I explore why Homer’s Odyssey might be the perfect story for the chronically overwhelmed. Odysseus isn’t just a hero on an epic journey: he’s someone who is constantly delayed, derailed, exhausted, and still expected to keep goingGET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: ladyofthelibrary.com/sign-up🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.
The Crisis of Self-Intimacy: Why We Don’t Know Ourselves Anymore Lady of the Library 2025-11-30 | Thank you SKIMS for sponsoring today's video! Shop my favorite pyjamas from the SKIMS Holiday Shop at https://skims.yt.link/DtLFZB0.We are losing our sense of self. In this video, I explore the modern crisis of self-intimacy—why so many of us feel disconnected from our identity in the age of the internet. From algorithmic influence to online personas, we’ll unpack how digital life reshapes who we think we are, and how to reclaim a more grounded, personal understanding of ourselves.GET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: ladyofthelibrary.com/sign-up🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.
Self-Education: How to Build a Personal Curriculum Lady of the Library 2025-11-28 | “MasterClass has great offers this holiday season. If you use my link, you’ll get up to 50% off an annual subscription. Head over to https://masterclass.yt.link/EovUzlc for the current offer and they’ll know I sent you!”So, I thought I'd make a chatty video all about how to design your own personal curriculum for lifelong learning. I wanted to talk about the mistakes I've made along the way, and how we can start to explore the art of self-education, how to study effectively outside of school, and how to build a learning plan that actually sticks. Perfect for autodidacts, students, and anyone wanting to become more knowledgeable, disciplined, and inspired.GET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: ladyofthelibrary.com/sign-up🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.
I’m SO honoured to be a Weird Ambassador for the @britishlibrary #books #gothicfiction #booktube Lady of the Library 2025-11-24 | ...
Perseverance in the Face of Futility Lady of the Library 2025-11-20 | Head to squarespace.com/ladyofthelibrary to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code LADYOFTHELIBRARY Life can feel futile, repetitive, and overwhelming. Camus’ Myth of Sisyphus offers a powerful way to understand perseverance when everything seems pointless. In this video, we explore absurdism, meaning-making, and how to keep going when life feels like an endless climb.GET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: ladyofthelibrary.com/sign-up🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.
The Universe Doesn’t Care: The Philosophy of H.P. Lovecraft Lady of the Library 2025-11-14 | Download TriPeaks Tiki Solitaire and support my channel: https://click.fan/Tripeaks_LadyEnter the Giveaway: https://click.fan/TriPeaks-GiveawayH.P. Lovecraft’s cosmic horror isn’t just about monsters—it’s a philosophy. Explore why the universe doesn’t care, how insignificance shapes human existence, and what Lovecraft can teach us about fear, meaning, and our place in the cosmos.GET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: ladyofthelibrary.com/sign-up🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.Gray, John. 2014. “H.P. Lovecraft Invented a Horrific World to Escape a Nihilistic Universe.” The New Republic. October 24, 2014. newrepublic.com/article/119996/hp-lovecrafts-philosophy-horror.“The Spectacle of the Void by David Peake.” 2018. No One Special. January 23, 2018. reflectionsonbooksimreading.wordpress.com/2018/01/23/the-spectacle-of-the-void-by-david-peake/.
What to Read When You Feel Burned Out Lady of the Library 2025-11-10 | Head to squarespace.com/ladyofthelibrary to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code LADYOFTHELIBRARY Feeling mentally drained or creatively stuck? In this video, we explore the best books to read when you’re burned out — from comforting classics to thought-provoking nonfiction that helps you rediscover joy in reading. Whether you’re exhausted from work, study, or life, these gentle, inspiring reads will help you rest your mind and rekindle your curiosity.Books mentioned:Change your life: amzn.to/43pHNm9Complete Poems of Audre Lorde: amzn.to/4885VfGLabyrinths: amzn.to/3WRBiEWComplete Stories of Clarice Lispector: amzn.to/4hS7JMYThis young Monster: amzn.to/3JUpv5OI Remain in Darkness: amzn.to/3XiE7iuDavid Copperfield: amzn.to/4qQZgOpJamaica Inn: amzn.to/47B2UEsThe Orphic Voice: amzn.to/3Lz30E0Sister Outsider: amzn.to/3WKqNTPHow to Live: A Life of Montaigne in one question: amzn.to/3LvtSojHow to Read Now: amzn.to/4oWODaX You Are What You Read: amzn.to/499uWbkWhy Read the Classics: amzn.to/3Lvm71OA Reader on Reading: amzn.to/43etjFGGET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: ladyofthelibrary.com/sign-up🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.
📚 Just received a very exciting package from @vintagebooks 💕👀#vintageinfluencer #bookhaul Lady of the Library 2025-11-06 | ...
6 Horror Books That Are Actually About Philosophy Lady of the Library 2025-10-21 | Head to squarespace.com/ladyofthelibrary to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code LADYOFTHELIBRARY Think horror novels are just about scares? Think again. In this video, I share six horror books that explore deep philosophical questions about existence, morality, consciousness, and the human condition. From Gothic classics to modern psychological horror, these stories reveal the eerie connection between fear and philosophy.Books mentioned (affiliate links):The Great God Pan: amzn.to/47ju3KCWe Have Always Lived in the Castle: amzn.to/3WjV2AOSongs of a Dead Dreamer and Grimscribe: amzn.to/47g9VJpPicture of Dorian Gray: amzn.to/47fHAD4House of Leaves: amzn.to/3LmHXnSGET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: ladyofthelibrary.com/sign-up🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.
Dr Faustus and the Fear of Those Who Know Too Much Lady of the Library 2025-10-10 | Head to squarespace.com/ladyofthelibrary to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code LADYOFTHELIBRARY Doctor Faustus is one of the most haunting figures in literature — a scholar who sold his soul to the Devil in exchange for ultimate knowledge and power. But who was Faustus really, and what does his story say about ambition, temptation, and the human thirst for meaning? In this video, we explore the history and legacy of the man who made a deal with Lucifer.🔗 Sources and references below.Faustus: The Life and Legend of a Renaissance Magician: amzn.to/46WAYcEMagus: The Art of Magic from Faustus to Agrippa: amzn.to/47ieUuh📖 Explore more history and literature on my channel!GET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: ladyofthelibrary.com/sign-up🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.
Booktok & Beyond - I’ll be talking at Booktober this year, Wednesday 8th. 📚 #booktok #books Lady of the Library 2025-10-05 | ...
Why People Believed Books Could Summon Demons Lady of the Library 2025-10-03 | This video was made possible by my Patreons! patreon.com/CinziaFor centuries, people whispered about secret books of dark magic—grimoires said to hold forbidden spells, curses, and hidden knowledge. But where did these mysterious books come from, and why did they strike such fear into the hearts of kings, priests, and ordinary readers alike?In this video, we’ll explore the dark history of grimoires: what they were, the power people believed they contained, and the strange stories of those who dared to use them. From forbidden texts to tales of witches and magicians, grimoires reveal a side of history that’s both fascinating and unsettling.Own Davies' Research on Grimoires: amzn.to/3KDbRUBGET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: ladyofthelibrary.com/sign-up🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.
Always Tired, Always Curious: The Paradox of Modern Thinking Lady of the Library 2025-09-19 | Head to squarespace.com/ladyofthelibrary to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code LADYOFTHELIBRARYDo you ever feel mentally drained but still endlessly curious? In this video, I explore why our brains can feel exhausted yet continue seeking answers, ideas, and knowledge. From burnout and overthinking to the resilience of curiosity, let’s unpack why our tired minds never stop asking questions.GET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: ladyofthelibrary.com/sign-up🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.
we need to talk about the Wuthering Heights movie Lady of the Library 2025-09-10 | Head to squarespace.com/ladyofthelibrary to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code LADYOFTHELIBRARYThe new Emerald Fennell Wuthering Heights movie has already stirred major controversy. From bold creative choices (50 shades of Bronte style) to heated debates among Heathcliff fans, this adaptation is dividing opinions before it even releases. In this video, we explore why Wuthering Heights is so difficult to adapt, what Fennell might bring to the gothic classic, and whether this film could finally do justice to Emily Brontë’s dark masterpiece.📖 Explore more history and literature on my channel!GET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: ladyofthelibrary.com/sign-up🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.
Why Autumn Awakens Our Inner Scholar Lady of the Library 2025-09-07 | It's September!! I love this time of year so much. It's the time for metaphorically going back to school, embracing our sinner scholars and reading.GET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: ladyofthelibrary.com/sign-up🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.
an honest existential crisis Lady of the Library 2025-08-29 | I'm really, really bad at my job. I'm really, really bad at YouTube and honestly have no idea why I'm here or what I should do. I don't actually know how to be good, which is insane considering how long I've been doing this for. But yes, those are my thoughts, here are my ramblings and this video will probably get deleted soon so as to not upset the lord and saviour, Algorithm. GET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: substack.com/@cinziadubois🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.
The Macabre Birth of the Detective Story Genre Lady of the Library 2025-08-27 | The detective story genre may be beloved today, but its origins are steeped in the macabre. From real-life murders and Gothic horror to Edgar Allan Poe’s chilling tales of crime and detection, the detective story was born out of darkness. In this video, we’ll explore the gruesome beginnings of crime fiction, the influence of Gothic literature, and how early authors shaped the mystery stories we love today.Chapters0:00 IntroductionTale of Three Apples: 2:11-8:02The Murder of Francis Kent: 11:56-24:05GET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: substack.com/@cinziadubois🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.Wells, Chloe. “The Road Hill House Murder - Rode Parish Council.” 2023. Rode Parish Council. July 30, 2023. rodevillage.com/history-of-rode/houses/rode-hill-including-mogg-hill/the-road-hill-house-murder/.
A Philosophers Guide to Self-Hatred Lady of the Library 2025-08-20 | Head to squarespace.com/ladyofthelibrary to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code LADYOFTHELIBRARYWhy do we turn against ourselves? From the ancient Stoics to modern existentialists, philosophers have wrestled with the question of self-hatred — what it is, where it comes from, and whether we can ever escape it. In this video, I explore the philosophy behind our inner critic and offer a reflective guide for living with (and perhaps softening) that voice in your head.GET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: ladyofthelibrary.com/sign-up🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.
After seeing Uly Morazan’s dog introduction series, I felt inspired to follow in his footsteps 🐶 Lady of the Library 2025-08-16 | ...
250K Live Stream! Lady of the Library 2025-08-15 | I hit a quarter of a million subscribers last month. Thank you to everyone who has suported me by subscribing, sharing, watching or buying merch! This stream will just be a chatty and upbeat stream for those available on Friday,Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/CinziaListen to my podcast on Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/6VfwtK0ydOe3rqXXNXdsZ9?si=kFnhlb1BSLimQgWBtvkpCAThe Classical Academic Channel: youtube.com/c/TheClassicalAcademicInstagram: instagram.com/lady.of.the.libraryGoodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisChapters:0:00 IntroductionDisclaimer: I am a Book Depository Affiliate. I am not sponsored for any of my reviews and will always disclose if a book I am reviewing has been sent to me for review.
My Reading Life, in 10 Mistakes Lady of the Library 2025-08-10 | Head to squarespace.com/ladyofthelibrary to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code LADYOFTHELIBRARYIn this video, I share the biggest reading mistakes I’ve made over the years — from buying books I never read, to forcing myself through books I hated, to joining the booktube community when it wasn’t for me. Whether you’re a lifelong reader or just starting your bookish journey, these lessons might help you avoid some of my pitfalls and enjoy your reading life even more.📖 Explore more history and literature on my channel!GET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: substack.com/@cinziadubois🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.
Reading Simone Weil in the Age of TikTok Lady of the Library 2025-07-30 | What does it mean to read a philosopher like Simone Weil in an age of constant scrolling, algorithmic distraction, and 15-second videos? In this video, I discuss Weil’s thoughts on attention, suffering, and the soul and ask whether her radical philosophy has a place in our hyper-digital world.⏳ Topics Covered:• Simone Weil’s ideas on attention and affliction• The tension between slow philosophy and fast content• The Difference between Byung Chul Han's approach to recovering our attention span's vs. Weil's.#SimoneWeil #Philosophy #DigitalCulture #TikTokCulture #DeepReading #AttentionSpanGET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: ladyofthelibrary.com/sign-up🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.
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Why Being Seen Feels Like Hell: Sartre, Shame, and No Exit Lady of the Library 2025-07-21 | Head to squarespace.com/ladyofthelibrary to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code LADYOFTHELIBRARYWhy does being perceived feel so unbearable? In this video, we explore the existential fear of being seen through the lens of Jean-Paul Sartre’s No Exit. From social anxiety to self-consciousness, Sartre’s famous line “Hell is other people” captures a deep psychological truth about visibility, shame, and identity. In this video, I discuss how No Exit reveals the discomfort of constant judgment—and why being truly “seen” by others can feel like a kind of torment.GET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: substack.com/@cinziadubois🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.“Cooley and the Looking Glass Self | EBSCO.” 2021. EBSCO Information Services, Inc. | Www.ebsco.com. 2021. ebsco.com/research-starters/history/cooley-and-looking-glass-self.
The Hidden Cost of Book Bans on Society Lady of the Library 2025-07-17 | Thanks for Kitsch for sponsoring this video! Follow my link https://kitsch.yt.link/av5BTsg to get 25% off your order which will auto-apply at checkout!So, let's look at the currently increase in book bans over the years and ask the question: in the age of the internet, do they actually still work? In this video, I explore the psychology of censorship, the history of banned books, and the real-world effects on readers, authors, and society.📚 We'll discuss:– How book bans have historically failed (and backfired)– Why some books are targeted more than others– The link between censorship, fear, and control– What readers lose when we censor stories#BookBans #Censorship #BannedBooks #DarkHistory #FreedomToRead #LibraryHistoryGET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: substack.com/@cinziadubois🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.“Children and Teens: Statistics | RAINN.” 2016. Rainn.org. 2016. rainn.org/statistics/children-and-teens.
The Grimm Sisters: The Forgotten Women Behind Fairy Tales Lady of the Library 2025-07-11 | Head to squarespace.com/ladyofthelibrary to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code LADYOFTHELIBRARYFairytales didn't begin with the Brothers Grimm. Long before Jacob and Wilhelm published their famous stories, women were the ones collecting, telling, and preserving these dark, magical tales. In this video, I discuss the forgotten female storytellers behind the Grimms’ success — the young women, spinners, and wise women whose voices were written out of history.🔗 Sources and references below. (affiliate links included)The Fairy Tellers, Jubber, 2022: amzn.to/3TIDPzuFrom Beast to the Blonde, Marina Warner, 1994: amzn.to/3ZKoXnQClever Minds, The Secret History of the Grimm Fairy Tales. Valerie Paradiž: amzn.to/4ljzVZN One Fairytale too Many, 1985. John Ellis: amzn.to/4k7kjHMGET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: substack.com/@cinziadubois🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.
How to Read Long Books Without Dying Inside Lady of the Library 2025-07-08 | FOREO is celebrating its birthday with amazing deals right now! Click here https://foreo.se/wdlb and use my code LADY35 for an extra 35% off almost all FOREO products. The code is stackable with the birthday deals! Struggling to get through long books without burning out? In this video, I discuss the practical and mindset-based strategies for reading massive tomes — from War and Peace to The Count of Monte Cristo. Learn how to avoid reader fatigue, stay motivated, and actually enjoy reading long classics, academic texts, or chunky fantasy novels. Whether you're a student, a book lover, or just trying to finish that one intimidating book, this guide will help you get through it — without dying inside.GET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: substack.com/@cinziadubois🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.
Ecstasy and Insanity: The Cult of Dionysus Lady of the Library 2025-06-23 | Head to squarespace.com/ladyofthelibrary to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code LADYOFTHELIBRARYIn today's video I look at the Cult of Dionysus — the Greek god of wine, madness, and divine ecstasy. I discuss how Dionysus was worshipped, the role of the Maenads, and how the ancient Greeks understood divine possession, madness, and liberation. 📖 Explore more history and literature on my channel!GET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: substack.com/@cinziadubois🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.Gale, John. n.d. “Divine Madness Exceedance and Not-Knowing.” philarchive.org/archive/GALDME-3.Katja, and Maria Vogt. n.d. “PLATO on MADNESS and the GOOD LIFE.” Accessed June 3, 2025. katjavogt.github.io/wp-content/uploads/paper-vogt-plato-on-madness-and-the-good-life.pdf.Kalke, Christine M., 1985, “The Making of a Thyrsus: The Transformation of Pentheus in Euripides’Bacchae,” American Journal of Philology 106.Kurpiel, Glenn. n.d. “Running Head: The Bacchae: Euripides’ Critical Portrayal of the Cult of Dionysus 1 the Bacchae: Euripides’ Critical Portrayal of the Cult of Dionysus.” Accessed June 3, 2025. d2oqb2vjj999su.cloudfront.net/users/000/058/912/086/attachments/The%20Bacchae%20-%20Euripides'%20Critical%20Portrayal%20of%20the%20Cult%20of%20Dionysus.pdf.
Did Medieval Monks Eat Their Own Poo? #medievalhistory #weirdhistory #funhistory Lady of the Library 2025-06-18 | ...
Is Your Productivity a Trauma Response? Lady of the Library 2025-06-16 | Today's video is sponsored by XPPen's Magic Note Pad. Use code 'Cinzia5' to get an extra 5% off on the products from their official store.Magic Note PadUS Store: bit.ly/4jeNloqCA store: bit.ly/4ksTZIOAmazon store:US Store: amzn.to/3SipXLQCA store: amzn.to/4ksJIfF #XPPen #Colornotepad #magicnotepad #XPPenNotes What if your relentless need to be productive isn’t ambition, but self-protection? In this video, I discuss the quieter question hiding behind to-do lists and time-blocking apps: is your productivity a response to fear, insecurity, or unresolved trauma? From ancient Stoicism to modern psychology, we reflect on the ways people use work to outrun discomfort, numb uncertainty, and construct identity. This isn’t an attack on productivity—but an invitation to examine what drives it. Because sometimes, the most radical thing you can do… is rest.📖 Explore more history and literature on my channel!GET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: substack.com/@cinziadubois🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.Addicted To Work? Here's What You Need To Do… Feat. Gabor Mate 2025. Youtube.com. 2025. youtube.com/watch?v=8nOkADx-tm4.
Why Library Users Think Theyre Better Than You (And Vice Versa) Lady of the Library 2025-06-11 | Head to squarespace.com/ladyofthelibrary to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code LADYOFTHELIBRARYDo real readers use libraries — or buy books? In this video, I explore the subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) snobbery and class dynamics within the reading community. From personal libraries as status symbols to the quiet elitism of library purists, we’ll look at the history, culture, and psychology behind how and where we read.📖 Explore more history and literature on my channel!GET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: substack.com/@cinziadubois🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.“A History of Chetham’s.” 2023. Archive.org. 2023. web.archive.org/web/20100513171141/http://www.chethams.org.uk/history.html.Dam, Andrew Van. 2024. “Who Uses Public Libraries the Most? There’s a Divide by Religion, and Politics.” The Washington Post. October 4, 2024. washingtonpost.com/business/2024/10/04/who-uses-libraries/.“Facts and Figures | Libraries Connected.” 2023. Librariesconnected.org.uk. 2023. librariesconnected.org.uk/facts-and-figures.“LibGuides: Library Statistics and Figures: Number of Libraries in the United States.” 2019. Ala.org. 2019. libguides.ala.org/c.php?g=751692&p=9132142.Sandish Shoker. 2016. “The Fall and Rise of Subscription Libraries.” BBC News. April 9, 2016. bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-nottinghamshire-35831853.
Why Smart People Feel So Stupid Lady of the Library 2025-06-03 | Have you ever felt like you don’t belong in your academic program: like you just got lucky, and one day everyone will find out you’re a fraud? You're not alone. In this podcast episode, I explore imposter syndrome in academia: what it is, why it happens, and how to deal with that persistent fear of not being “good enough.” Whether you're a student, researcher, or PhD candidate, this is for anyone who's ever felt like they slipped through the cracks.📖 Explore more history and literature on my channel!GET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: substack.com/@cinziadubois🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.
so, Im finally going to read this series 📚 #literarypursuits #booktok Lady of the Library 2025-05-29 | 📖 Explore more history and literature on my channel!GET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: substack.com/@cinziadubois🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.
The Hidden Loneliness of Academia Lady of the Library 2025-05-26 | This video is sponsored by Craftsy! The first 1,000 people to use my link will get a full year of Premium membership to Craftsy for only $1.49: go.craftsy.com/ladyofthelibrary4 Academic life can be intellectually rewarding—but emotionally isolating. In this video, I talk about the often-unspoken loneliness of academia. Why does the academic system foster isolation, competition, and burnout? And what can we do to reclaim a sense of community, creativity, and connection in our scholarly lives? Whether you're a grad student, PhD candidate, or early-career academic, this video offers both insight and solidarity for those navigating the isolating side of academia.📖 My streaming study channel: youtube.com/@UCrtZINrciY87OEBS_ab6DCw GET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: substack.com/@cinziadubois🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @CinziaFootnotes 🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.
7 Ancient Texts For Beginners Lady of the Library 2025-05-21 | Head to squarespace.com/ladyofthelibrary to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code LADYOFTHELIBRARYCurious about ancient Greco-Roman literature but don’t know where to start? In this video, I walk you through 7 beginner-friendly ancient texts that are perfect for newcomers to mythology, history, and classical philosophy. Whether you're interested in epic tales or the origins of Western thought, these books are a great entry point into the ancient world. With accessible language, timeless themes, and deep cultural significance, these texts offer a window into the minds of people from thousands of years ago—and they’re more relevant than you might think. 🔗 Sources and references below (affiliate links included):Hesiod's Theogony & Words and Days, trans. M. L. West. amzn.to/4krI5imApollonius, Argonautica, trans. Aaron Poochigian, amzn.to/4mmNYPPApollonius, Argonautica, trans. Richard Hunter amzn.to/44PefzMGreek Plays. trans. Mary Lefkowitz and James Romm amzn.to/3H5rfaMEuripides, Bacchae trans. Philip Vellacott amzn.to/44NvH7LEuripides, Bacchae trans. Anne Carson amzn.to/3H6m7TEEuripides, Medea trans. Rachel Cusk. amzn.to/3H6V4aQEuripides, Medea, trans. Philip Vellacott amzn.to/3H0x6hDEuripides, Medea, trans John Davie amzn.to/3YWAgZMLivy, Histories 1-5, trans. T. J. Luce. amzn.to/4krqlDFPlato's Symposium, trans. Christopher Gill. amzn.to/3ZtcchhOvid's Metamorphoses, trans. David Raeburn amzn.to/3SI5L67Ovid's Metamorphoses, trans. Stephanie McCarter amzn.to/43lTTM7Homer's Odyssey, trans. Robert Fagles. amzn.to/4mp7kn7Homer's Odyssey, trans. Emily Wilson amzn.to/4j6SKxPFreeman, Eve. n.d. “How Far Do Translations Shape Our Understanding of Ancient Literature?” st-hughs.ox.ac.uk/wp-content/uploads/Freeman-Eve.pdf.GET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: substack.com/@cinziadubois🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.
How I fell in Love with the Iliad Lady of the Library 2025-05-15 | Today's video is sponsored by Coupert. Unlock automatic savings in 2025—install Coupert today and shop smarter! coupert.com/join-coupert?ref=cinziadubois-1739289600&m=youtube #Coupert #CoupertApp How does one fall in love with an over two-thousand-year-old war poem? In this video, I share my personal journey with Homer’s Iliad — from confusion and frustration to awe and obsession. Whether you’re a classics student, a lover of mythology, or someone curious about ancient literature, this is for anyone who's ever struggled to connect with an intimidating canonical text. 📖 Explore more history and literature on my channel!GET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: substack.com/@cinziadubois🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.
What Building a Library Taught Me About Who I Am Lady of the Library 2025-05-10 | Head to squarespace.com/ladyofthelibrary to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code LADYOFTHELIBRARY📖 Explore more history and literature on my channel!GET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: substack.com/@cinziadubois🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.
The Oxford Rejection Trend: Academia, Prestige, and Internet Culture Lady of the Library 2025-05-02 | This video is sponsored by FOREO. Check out FAQ 202 and other Foreo Best sellers here: https://foreo.se/8v5c and use my code LIBRARY30 and get an extra 30% off on all Foreo products! The code is stackable, so you'll get the extra 30% off on already discounted items as well.As an Oxford reject myself (over a decade ago now), I was fascinated a few years ago when there was a trend online of people sharing about their Oxford rejections. This video explores the viral Oxford rejection trend and what it reveals about modern academia, prestige anxiety, and internet culture. From elite institutions to the performative nature of social media, we unpack how rejection is being reframed—and what that says about our relationship with success, failure, and intellectual validation.📖 Explore more history and literature on my channel!GET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: substack.com/@cinziadubois🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.
How to Remember Everything You Read Lady of the Library 2025-04-29 | This video is sponsored by Magic Mind! Get 50% off Magic Mind here: magicmind.com/ladyEDU -- Cool bonus! They’re so confident in what they built that you have 100 days to ask for a full refund if you don’t like it - no questions asked. Even if you drank the shots. There’s literally no risk.#magicmind #mentalperformanceStruggling to remember what you read? In this video, we break down simple and effective techniques to help you retain more information from books, articles, and study materials. Learn how active reading, note-taking strategies, and memory tricks can transform the way you absorb knowledge. Whether you're a student, a book lover, or just looking to improve your reading skills, these tips will help you remember everything you read.📖 Explore more history and literature on my channel!GET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: substack.com/@cinziadubois🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.
Why Romanticising Studying Wont Save You Lady of the Library 2025-04-21 | Head to squarespace.com/ladyofthelibrary to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code LADYOFTHELIBRARYIs romanticising studying actually harming your productivity? In this video, I break down the dark side of aesthetic motivation and explore why just lighting a candle and opening a book isn’t enough. If you’ve ever fallen into the trap of dark academia vibes, study-with-me videos, or Pinterest-perfect workspaces—but still felt unmotivated—this video is for you.🎓 What you’ll learn:Why aesthetic motivation has limitsThe psychology behind procrastination disguised as productivityHow to build meaningful, sustainable study habitsBalancing inspiration with real actionLet’s talk about the real work behind romanticising discipline—and why deep learning starts where the aesthetic ends.📖 Explore more history and literature on my channel!GET MORE FROM ME:✨ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/Cinzia💌 Sign up for my newsletter: substack.com/@cinziadubois🎥 Nerdy Self-Help Channel: @TheAnnotatedMind🎙️The Annotated Mind Podcast: tinyurl.com/mr3k4w4m➡️🎙️Listen to The Annotated Mind on YouTube: tinyurl.com/2rxpjsdv📩 Video Request form: https://forms.gle/zF6HjhJGZPR2hVx69🌍 My website/blog: ladyofthelibrary.comSOCIALS:📚 Bookish Insta: instagram.com/lady.of.the.library🦋 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/cinzia-dubois.bsky.social🎓 PhD Insta: instagram.com/the.literary.academic📱 TikTok: tiktok.com/@lady.of.the.library📚 Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6341226-c-duboisWHO AM I?Hey there, I’m Cinzia DuBois On this channel, I talk about dark and ancient history, literature and folklore.❗️DISCLAIMERI'm very dyslexic, so I apologise for any mispronunciations that occur when I'm reading scripts for videos. Additionally, whilst flattered, I'm only a PhD student and not a professional educator. As such, I would advise against ever citing my videos or using them as an academic resource: please instead cite references for papers I list in the description box.🔗 Sources and references below.
