Let’s Talk Books

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Today's Let's Talk Books episode has Adrian talking with our two amazing librarians about William Faulkner's classic text, As I Lay Dying. While they agree that the work is challenging at first, they offer their thoughts and advice for how you can draw some meaning from the book! Image from Unsplash.com https://youtu.be/CIzmFnr519o https://youtu.be/oFknMfjMnyc

In today's episode, Adrian de Vernou is hosting Mr. Roberts— our Filoli photographer— to talk about a variety of poems from Mary Oliver, whose work is grounded on the beauty of the natural world. https://youtu.be/KkS3GazO6oI https://youtu.be/6Caei-bf4gw

The wait was worth it! Adrian de Vernou's Let's Talk Books series is back but with 3 books this time. Mr. Ramos and Adrian will be exploring them individually and in dialogue with another in this special episode. Enjoy! Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes, Sula by Toni Morrison, and The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald— beware: spoilers included. https://youtu.be/fQW4csN1bVk https://youtu.be/EOcUrhXk17g Photo from Unsplash.com

Adrian's first episode of his Let's Talk Books series is live! Today, he will be discussing Milton's epic poem, Paradise Lost, with Mr. Bonnell. This famous work is filled with timeless themes and fascinating descriptions, and this conversation is definitely worth your time. Sit back and enjoy! Image from Unsplash.com https://youtu.be/WBb9Lu7MX5A

In the final episode of the Let's Talk Books series for the semester, Adrian is back with Dr. Su, talking about a poem titled "Unsung." Their discussion focuses on the poem's themes and literary significance. https://youtu.be/Om1hkVCfwaU https://youtu.be/ACsbiLsa8Kg

Before heading off to break, listen to Adrian as he chats with Mr. Brady about "Sing Unburied Sing," a novel that explores different elements of race. https://youtu.be/WnUks3YoRTI

We've seen science fiction, short stories, and business... but were you expecting the Bible?!? Check out Adrian de Vernou's newest episode of the Let's Talk Books Series with religion teacher Dr. Juelsguaard! https://youtu.be/D_a6Yyu2kZE https://youtu.be/aFv2XQzWBGg Image from Unsplash

In this episode of Adrian de Vernou's "Let's Talk Books" series, he'll be discussing the ever-relevant 1984 with economics teacher Mr. G. Photo from Unsplash.com https://youtu.be/BJgJQiY_eBM https://youtu.be/uA0qYBlZ_5Q

In this episode of Adrian's Let's Talk Books series, he will be discussing a very contemporary novel, Falter, with Mr. Judge. For those of you interested in the environment, AI technology, and humanity as a whole, then you've come to the right post! Image from Unsplash.com https://youtu.be/CDv94wWGQgY https://youtu.be/oip6Kxn5SyE