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@bettybg1051
Жыл бұрын
You have it Oddie🎉
@Another_taco.Yes_please
Жыл бұрын
Not doing well on the dosh front currently, but I will when I can do.
@megs4193
Жыл бұрын
Hello buddy 😃👍👍👍🎉.
@sharynkhan1104
Жыл бұрын
It's actually pronounced foy not Fowey. I have stayed in the area lots of times, my great great grandparents were Cornish. Lovely video x
@Pet_Rescue
Жыл бұрын
@@sharynkhan1104Is that a Cornish thing? I heard that St Austell is referred to as “ Snozzle”
@abbynormal3068
Жыл бұрын
The novel “Rebecca” was on the reading list in my high school- just one of the many novels I read for book reports. The writing and story were so fascinating and when I saw the old movie of the same title, it became one of my favorites. Thank you for this thorough, well-written stroll down Memory Lane! I knew nothing about duMaurier. Very enjoyable.
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Very glad you enjoyed it Anita, thank you for reaching out.
@waverider8549
Жыл бұрын
My landlady is 102 years old and cannot see well. Daphne DuMaurier is her favourite author. We are listening to this together. Thank you Oddie, you've made her day.
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for reaching out with your lovely feedback, much appreciated! Please pass on my kind wishes to your landlady.
@christinedowie2859
Жыл бұрын
XXX ❤ to you and your lanlady😊
@waverider8549
Жыл бұрын
@@christinedowie2859 thank you so much. I did tell her that a lot of people sent her well wishes and she says "Thank you "❤
@henryottis295
Жыл бұрын
@@waverider8549 How kind of you to treat your landlady. Give her my kind regards from Pennsylvania. Best wishes to you both. ❤
@dinahjackson8146
Жыл бұрын
My neighbor will be 102 in Oct... She only watches westerns... My neighbor on the other side is her sister... She'll be 88 in Oct. ! I couldn't be in a better place. 😊 Except, MY BEAUTIFUL ENGLAND ! 😘😘😘
@Liz-cmc313
Жыл бұрын
One of my favorite movies. Thank you for sharing Daphne's story. Life does imitate art at times. Beautifully done Oddie, love the music as well. ❤️
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your kind words Liz, that's so nice of you.
@kerryberman609
Жыл бұрын
You know, with your voice, the material and the beauty of imagery I feel like I always have a special treat as the one walking into an art theater. Thank you so much!
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your very kind feedback Kerry - much appreciated 😊
@HBHBluestocking
Жыл бұрын
"Rebecca" is one of those novels where to this day I vividly remember the experience of reading it for the first time as a teen and being completely caught up in the atmosphere of it. I feel bad for Daphne's sister, but for her to title her memoir "It's Only the Sister" is actually pretty funny.
@renee1961
Жыл бұрын
It sounds as if she was struggling alot. And the relationship with her Father only added to it.
@Catbooks
Жыл бұрын
I learned so much about Daphne from this, and I love your voice. Rebecca was my mother's favourite book. She told me many times about how she'd gone on a vacation in her youth and was so captivated by the book, she spent most of it reading. I miss you, Mom.
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
I appreciate that, thank you 😊
@pestesoidubutor8626
Жыл бұрын
Great writing/narration about such a tormented and talented woman's life. Specially loved The infernal world of Branwell Brontë among all Mrs Du Maurier's books. Also, that video about Julia Haşdeu was wonderful, truly fascinating story !
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
I really appreciate your positive feedback - thank you very much :)
@elaineschildmeyer3877
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video. “Rebecca” has always been my favorite novel and movie as well. The first time I saw the movie, I fell in love with Manderley and fantasized about living there. I’ll never forget the first time I saw Rebecca’s bedroom. It was love at first sight. Oh, those windows! ❤️
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
You're most welcome, thanks for your feedback!
@jenniferlee6955
Жыл бұрын
I so enjoy the artistry of each piece Oddie posts. Each video is a sort of meandering beauty. Well done - as usual.
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Many thanks!
@collettewhitney2141
Жыл бұрын
@obsoleteoddtiy amazing video. And as always looking forward for the next video. Happy father day 💖💖💖💖🎊😻💚💕💕💕💝
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!!
@collettewhitney2141
Жыл бұрын
@@ObsoleteOddity you are extremely welcome 💕💝🎶🖤🎊🦄
@kimglass4851
Жыл бұрын
People with money and fame have always been bizarre and have indulged in more things we could ever imagine nor would we want to. I knew her father was a perv when I seen his pic. Disgusting! Great video as always Oddie! Thank u!
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
thank you kindly!
@Kernewik101
Жыл бұрын
Actually whilst her grand-parents were very comfortable money-wise...acting & writing pre-1970s didn't bring in much money. The asset-rich Rashleighs (pronounced Rash-lee) let her have Menabilly for peanuts in rent as it was quite a wreck but beautiful & in a stunning location next to Polkerris beach. She lived simply & quite frugally...I was her neighbour & knew her all my life until a few years before she died, when I moved farther away. wonderful writer❤
@foxykc
Жыл бұрын
I saw Rebecca when I was 18 and when I came home, I told my mother. she said, "Last night I dreamed I went to Manderly" then I read teh book. Have been a fan ever since. The Hitchcock version is it for me. I had no idea about du Maurier's family history.
@angierucinski5694
Жыл бұрын
Fascinating biography, Thank you Oddie
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Many thanks!
@sandracollins7938
Жыл бұрын
I haven't read the book but I did see the movie. Also on tv was a comedy show CAROL BURNETTE where they took different movies & they made funny skits about them & they did Rebecca only they called it Rebeccie.........lol. I did learn some things didn't know about her till now. Thanks Oddie for another great story❤
@tystephens5190
Жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed this story! I learned so much about the author of Rebecca, which is one of my favorite books!❤️
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
I'm so glad!
@tomcaldwell5750
Жыл бұрын
Simply amazing! Loved this video. Thank you so much, Oddie.
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! 😊 Glad you enjoyed the presentation my friend!
@katherinestott685
Жыл бұрын
As ever, hauntingly and beautifully presented. Thank you.
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Very glad you enjoyed it, thank you so much for your positive feedback 😊
@katherinestott685
Жыл бұрын
@@ObsoleteOddity You're wel one, you more than deserve it.💕💖💕
@katherinestott685
Жыл бұрын
Sorry typo! Meant to say you're welcome, you more than deserve it, but it came out a little pigeon.
@crizzy8373
Жыл бұрын
I first read Rebecca almost 40 years ago and it remains my favorite novel of all time!
@marieyatestaylor5732
Жыл бұрын
This is Great! One of your Best, Kind Sir!
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Thank you kindly!
@veganleigh4817
Жыл бұрын
I have a 1938 hardcover copy of Rebecca which I bought in the '90s at a thrift shop. It's battered, but I wanted the book, after seeing the movie so many times. It's my favorite. Thank you for this video.
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
@sherylrhoades2319
Жыл бұрын
This was and is my favorite novel of all time. Including the movie.
@bluezinnia847
Жыл бұрын
I just loved this beautiful presentation, Oddie! Those wonderful old photo's and the story itself, much of which I didn't know! She certainly had an interesting sex life, and was well traveled. I liked her statement of "the boy in the box!" I'd say her father was very kinky himself; especially with his Boy in the Box daughter! That makes me cringe at the thought. Really a wonderful story & production as well:)) Thank you, dear Oddie, and you posted this on Father's Day! Hugs from Florida wishing you & yours the very best:)))
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for reaching out with your kind feedback 😊
@elaineburns4625
Жыл бұрын
I love your stories and presentation. Also your pronunciation of the words is always perfect. You are truly an artist and am very fortunate in finding you on U Tube several yeasts ago. Thank you.
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
That’s very kind of you my friend, what lovely feedback - thank you so much 🙏😊
@billkarmetsky4003
Жыл бұрын
This makes me terrible sad the old world is being swept away -- all these people's humanity, foibles, glories and failures, lavish properties and sprawling spaces.
@monagorgan7288
Жыл бұрын
lovely video as always! thank you
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Thank you too!
@reneerichburg8023
Жыл бұрын
AWESOME JOB💕😄😊😃👏👏👍 KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK 👏👍
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much !
@lorihamlin3604
Жыл бұрын
Thoroughly enjoyed the video.
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed the presentation my friend!
@deborahstollman6238
Жыл бұрын
So much attention to detail, amazing!! Very interesting. I never knew anything about, Rebecca.
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@pbandjedi5006
Жыл бұрын
Amazing as ever, and now I have a new book I need to read, Thanks Oddie, always inspiring.
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
I’m happy to hear that my friend, thank you so much for reaching out with your positive feedback!
@GabyGibson
Жыл бұрын
Magnificent work, Oddie!
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Many thanks!
@GabyGibson
Жыл бұрын
@@ObsoleteOddity You're very welcome, good sir
@lindamorrison4285
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely perfect presentation well done and how interesting Oddie thank you kindly xx
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Very glad you enjoyed it, thank you very much Linda 🙏😊
@lymarie1974
Жыл бұрын
I had no idea about the author ❤. Thank you oddie . It’s one of my favorite books I read as teen.
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Much appreciated, thank you kindly!
@naeemapatel5259
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this 💐
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@janellmunson8084
Жыл бұрын
I LOVE the movie Rebecca! Now I need to find the book… 🥰 Thanks so much for doing this!! I’ve never actually heard about the author. 😢
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
much appreciated 😊
@beverlymacdonald
Жыл бұрын
Amazing finds, such a warm and inviting home....❤
@lovedaybebe5881
Жыл бұрын
It’s funny to me that each generation, thinks they invented sex, love , passion and drama ! Here’s a good example of the complexities of the human condition ! I’m sorry that she suffered so much pain , abuse and sadness . May she rest in peace 🙏 thank you for telling her life story so sweetly 🙏
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Very true words! So glad you enjoyed the presentation, thank you for your kind feedback 😊
@phylliscook-se7mx
3 ай бұрын
Perfect story telling
@ObsoleteOddity
3 ай бұрын
I appreciate your kind feedback, Phyllis 😊
@michaelshea5165
Жыл бұрын
I think 60 years must have passed since I read Rebecca, and I can remember nothing about it. The copy I had is long gone. Maybe I should read it again. I would read it with different eyes. Thanks for this history of Daphne du Maurier's life.
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for reaching out with your positive feedback, much appreciated 😊🙏
@alexhostler3760
Жыл бұрын
Wow! I'm speechless! Great video!!👏👏 Thank you🤗
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@christineduffy3113
Жыл бұрын
One of my favourite books ever have read it many times also enjoyed the original film
@drrobertashechter5083
Жыл бұрын
What books, other than "Rebecca," did Daphne du Maurier write? The presentation about du Maurier's life was interesting, and the presentation was excellent. Next, I look forward to learn about Emily Dickinson. I am also curious about why a 3 mile walk seems to be viewed as unusual the 18th Century!
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Very glad you enjoyed the presentation, thank you so much for your feedback.
@sheilaclemett4353
Жыл бұрын
Although you didn't address this directly you have likely provided the answer as to why the narrator of Rebecca is nameless. Thank you for this video,
@lanacampbell-moore6686
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Oddie❤
@olwynbowden5193
Жыл бұрын
I have just discovered your videos and just love them. Really enjoy the fact full content. I think the words should stay up while you are reading them. Thank you. Cheers from Tasmania Australia
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
That’s very kind of you my friend, so glad you enjoyed the video 🙏😊 Yes I’ve been using the written text for many years now, and so it’s here to stay!
@dianefiske-foy4717
Жыл бұрын
Great presentation! I enjoyed it a lot! I read the book “Rebecca” and saw the movie many years ago. Loved both 👏🏻👩🏻🏫🥰‼️
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@katmartindale8049
Жыл бұрын
As much as I enjoy hearing about Daphne Du Maurier, I enjoy more hearing you recount where you got Rebecca and other books in the bookshop of your youth.
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Glad enjoyed the presentation and the story about how I came about du Maurier’s novel. 😄
@queensarah5945
Жыл бұрын
I love Rebecca! Such an awesome topic!
@FeugGhd-dp5up
Жыл бұрын
Tq. Very informative. A bit sad that her childhood years was tainted by her amorous father.
@megs4193
Жыл бұрын
Oddie do you do all this editing yourself, this is such professional work. It's so elegant, perfect 👌 🎉🤗🎉.
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Yes I’m a one-man band, thank you so much for your positive feedback!
@megs4193
Жыл бұрын
@@ObsoleteOddity outstanding, that must take a long time, absolutely brilliant oddie, I enjoy brilliant work and research and editing skills so much, you really have all 3, I'm so glad you and your wife got away for a break 😀⭐️👍.
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
It does indeed, but very happy you’re enjoying it. And thank you for the lovely feedback - this video is actually two years old, so some topics talked about at the end may no longer valid. 😉
@AspectRatioPolice
6 ай бұрын
it is rumoured Daphne's publisher gave her an early manuscript of A Sucessora was first published in 1934
@agnescassar7604
Жыл бұрын
Thank you oddie ,i dont comment, but I'd like to tell i love all your videos ❤❤
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your very kind feedback Agnes - much appreciated 😊
@marybethsmith6458
Жыл бұрын
I have read Rebecca many times and will no doubt read it again in the coming years as I am a fan of the classic's. Truly enjoyed this as I knew virtually nothing about her.
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
😊 Much appreciated, thank you kindly!
@OrangeTabbyCat
Жыл бұрын
Amazing how humans have the ability to put disturbing problems on themselves and others.I will recommend this video to all those people, living in a world of dreams and aways commenting about the good old times and how things where easier and better back then.
@mikeforce5926
Жыл бұрын
Excellent video sir. I am a big fan of Hitchcock.
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Thank you kindly
@annnichols3091
Жыл бұрын
It's been decades since I've read REBECCA, but I did read MY COUSIN RACHEL a couple of years ago (now there's a closing sentence with unpleasant implications).
@heatherhughes2955
Жыл бұрын
My favorite by her is “Frenchmench’s Creek’’ and have read it yearly since a young teen.
@alexg1668
Жыл бұрын
Simply wonderful
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Cheers!
@lizardspoint
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Oddie for doing this, i have watched a BBC programme about Daphne , yours was better xx, love the film Rebecca it is one of my favourite films, love Kim xx
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Well that’s a great compliment Kim, thank you so much for that - glad you enjoyed it! 😊
@mijiyoon5575
Жыл бұрын
She obviously learned to use being dramatic to her advantage early in life🤔I loved *"The Birds"*
@rafaellewis4528
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this.
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
My pleasure!
@denisewatson5295
Жыл бұрын
Happy Father's Day 💙 🎉🎉🎉🎉❤
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Thank you 😊
@cathiecapra
Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
I appreciate the super thanks Cathie ☺️🙏
@alwaysniccole3810
Жыл бұрын
I Love Rebecca.. I watched the movie countless times. I wish that they showed her in the movie so we would really know about her
@melissacoelho8413
Жыл бұрын
That poor woman, no one to protect her.
@annnichols3091
Жыл бұрын
I'm sure Ms. du Maurier did NOT encourage inappropriate intimacies with her father. My Dad molested me from ages 8-12. Once he said, "See what you do to me?" while exposing himself. I was probably 11 at the tine and didn't know what he was talking about. I was repulsed by what I saw. I'm also sorry that Ms. Maurier was born before she could have received therapy and learned that it was her father's fault, as the adult, and not her own. (Yes, I've had therapy. It took years.)
@Ava-oc1dg
10 ай бұрын
At one time my father smoked du maurier cigarettes. They were “fancy” cigarettes in a flat box. Looked expensive.😊🚬
@francesjolly5106
Жыл бұрын
Will a thank you do?
@Eatzbugs
Жыл бұрын
Does anyone know what that haunting melody behind the narration is?
@katecarlin4773
Жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed that. I've never read the book or seen the movie but I will seek them out.🦘
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@AmberGraves80
Жыл бұрын
I think the most tragic part was how she thought she encoraged her dad to abuse her. You just know he fed her that nonsense. "I can't help myself, you looked so pretty and alluring." And she believed it was her fault, that she had any control over his urges. Absolutely heartbreaking.
@christinedowie2859
Жыл бұрын
Ans unfortunately still happening way more often than any human admits to because it means????? But it is absolutely the truth. Therez more men pervert than NOT.
@AmberGraves80
Жыл бұрын
@@christinedowie2859 I disagree with that generalization.
@aloysiusdevanderabercrombi470
Жыл бұрын
@@christinedowie2859 And women.
@asbisi
Жыл бұрын
Exactly. Poor Daphne. No wonder she escaped into the world of being a boy.
@christinagiannaros9817
Жыл бұрын
and the complexity of her gender identity. To grow up being told you should have been a boy, such a complex psyche she had. Having relationships with women but despising gay people as her father did, he has a lot to answer for.
@victrola2007
Жыл бұрын
Her father's "if only she had been a boy" sounds like a 'I couldn't help myself' excuse. (Also confirmed by, among other things, by his reaction to Daphne falling in love.)
@simaturna9765
Жыл бұрын
Incest 😱😭
@Ann.AndAngela3998
Жыл бұрын
Is there anything more lovley than relaxing to Oddie's videos. ❤🎉❤
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
You are so kind :)
@violet295
Жыл бұрын
So true. He has such a calming effect with his voice that it is an impossibility for one to feel any anxiety while listening to one of his stories.
@mikeforce5926
Жыл бұрын
I agree. He makes me feel like i am in the story and i feel like i know the persons in the stories. Very unique one of a kind storyteller.
@ingridclare7411
Жыл бұрын
He is by far the best historian and narrator on youtube. Yes, such a soothing voice. Truly sends you into a relaxed aura...He is a fellow Aussie originally from Melbourne, ( I think) and now lives in Europe.
@jaydahome-teillarddeyry6200
Жыл бұрын
This is one of my husband’s favourite novels. He introduced me to it when we first met. You provided a lot of information about de Maurier’s personal life that I had no idea about.
@RadioWhoPoo
Жыл бұрын
Highly recommend Piers Dudgeon's books if you'd like to find out more about her and her family!
@traci3842
Жыл бұрын
Rebecca was such a great movie & Joan Fontaine was perfect for the part. I love the older movies-they are so much better than todays films.
@karaamundson3964
Жыл бұрын
Fontaine NAILED IT. As did Judith Anderson!
@lisaamerson1547
Жыл бұрын
I know right
@RandomRangerRambles
Жыл бұрын
It was a great book.
@MichelleMohr-lt1wo
Жыл бұрын
You are right
@moonroxxit
Жыл бұрын
Amen.especially because they knew the English language and how to use it.
@krisfinley6706
Жыл бұрын
Happy Father's Day from the U.S.!😊 and thank you Oddie, you really brought her to life with such personal details. Her relationship with her Father was very disturbing😱 and left her with terrible scars that lasted til the end
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for reaching out with your kind feedback 😊
@laurielovett8849
Жыл бұрын
I wonder did she imagine most of this about her father, she always seemed a little bit over the top to me
@YippieMom1
Жыл бұрын
When I was just starting out as a proofreader at G.P. Putnam and sons publishers we got the manuscript for her last novel, World Without End (1979). There was such a stir about getting this manuscript, and we were told that she was a legendary writer. The book was strangely compelling, about unrequited but loyal love over a lifetime, and I never forgot it
@RadioWhoPoo
Жыл бұрын
Fascinating, did you ever do any work with her short stories? Breakdown etc?
@nightreader5879
2 ай бұрын
Was World Without End, the novel that you read, ever published? I don't see it listed in Wikipedia or on Amazon. I'm wondering if it was published under a different title, and you are saying it's a novel not a short story.
@juliebajwa721
Жыл бұрын
Oddie you always tell these stories with such a caring nature. What a very sad and confused woman she was. Very sad. You put such alot of work into your presentations. There is no one who does it better As always beautifully told and I thank you for keeping us entertained. Have a lovely week and keep well.
@empressoftheuniverse1312
Жыл бұрын
Totally agree!!!
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
That is very kind of you Julie and it really makes my day, that my efforts are so appreciated - I thank you sincerely.
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
thank you kindly!
@renee1961
Жыл бұрын
I hope Daphne is at Peace 🙏🙏🙏🕊️🕊️🕊️🕯️🕯️🕯️
@cementshoes1425
Жыл бұрын
What an interesting video! Rebecca has always been one of my favorite novels and films. Thank you for posting this!
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
So glad you enjoyed the presentation - very much appreciated 😊
@deborahbridgforth4790
Жыл бұрын
Another great story!! I remember reading Rebecca as a teenager. I should re read it as an adult. I’m sure I’d see more now in her words. Thank you for all your hard work 😊
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
So glad you enjoyed the presentation - very much appreciated 😊
@Pieternel2002
Жыл бұрын
I don't think Daphne Du Maurier was transgender. I think she subconsciously picked up on her father's wish to be a son.
@TracyD2
Жыл бұрын
I agree.
@disgruntledmoderate5331
Жыл бұрын
It could be both. We will never know for sure, but her experience (minus the incest) sounds a lot like the trans masc experience.
@dreamsofturtles1828
Жыл бұрын
I think the same thing happened with a friend of mine who ended up transitioning from m to f. As a male, his mother was continually criticizing him- emasculating him really. Now that he is a she, they are "best buddies". Needless to say, her psychological torment continues because her awful upbringing. Do i know it for a fact that she's not really transgender? No. But I've seen enough to make it a good probability. Deep psychological help was needed before anything.
@C.E.Thomas1952
Жыл бұрын
I do so agree with you. The father - daughter relationship, like the mother - son relationship can sometimes develop into some pretty heavy psychological elements. I think Daphne du Maurier coped very well (the little I have read about her) because she was able to put so much into her writing which was probably very cathartic.
@AmberGraves80
Жыл бұрын
I completely agree. I wonder if it was about her seeking power as well. Better to be a man, who can do those things to weak women, you know?
@renee1961
Жыл бұрын
Good morning 🌞🌄, and Happy Father's Day! I hope everyone is doing well! Thank You!🤗🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌜🤗
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Good morning!
@ajt51773
Жыл бұрын
I hope you are doing well yourself! 🤗💖
@megs4193
Жыл бұрын
Ok I'm starting to freak out,everyone is saying happy fathers day....I'm was..positive fathers day in Australia is in September, now I'm worried I'm getting dementia 😳🥺🥴💞..
@jancuk8881
Жыл бұрын
This was really interesting, thank you. One of my very elderly neighbours here in Cornwall told me that when she was young she had known Daphne's family and spent time with them, she did night watch during the war with Daphne's sister on one occasion. She said Daphne wasn't as friendly and was a little more reserved with everyone. I wished I'd asked her more at the time, I bet she had some tales to tell.
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
I appreciate that, thank you very much. Thank you also for sharing that, very interesting.
@DawnSuttonfabfour
Жыл бұрын
I read her biography "Boy in the Box". Daphne was an unusual woman!
@Brian-xs5xl
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Oddie Beau for this amazing story. I have missed you and was so happy to see your notification. Much love to you and yours. So sorry about your dear little dog passing. Tears in my eyes for her. ❤️❤️
@Brian-xs5xl
Жыл бұрын
Please note. My son used my tablet and my comments appear under his name. My name is Linda. I must fix this.
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your kind words Brian, that's so nice of you.
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
ok Linda, thanks :)
@ameliamokarzel2761
Жыл бұрын
I have read and watched Rebecca so many times. What a beautifully haunting piece you have done. I never knew that about the author.
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
That's very kind of you, thank you for that.
@patb.j.3358
Жыл бұрын
Oddie, Rebecca is one of my favourite novels. I have read it 3 times and watched all the versions of the movie. It is an addictive read. The first time I read it , I was 14 years old and couldn't eat or sleep until I finished reading the book. My mom was very upset at me for not eating. I had a flashlight 🔦 which I snuck in bed with me. Thanks for informing us about the Du Maurier family story.
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
It certainly is addictive Pat, thanks for sharing that and thanks for your positive feedback.
@huckyduck
Жыл бұрын
I also loved her novel "Frenchman's Creek". It had everything… romance, adventure, intrigue, and much more. "Jamaica Inn" was another terrific yarn. Daphne certainly had an amazing gift.
@RadioWhoPoo
Жыл бұрын
Her short stories are also great
@prudencepineapple9448
Жыл бұрын
Judith Anderson (Australian), who played Mrs Danvers, wanted the effect of her 'gliding' so her skirt was floor length. She wanted the illusion of just suddenly appearing from nowhere to 'pounce' on Mrs. de Winter. It was unsettling to watch her performance, which was widely praised. She followed this up with another classic by Agatha Christie, 'And then there were none' (1945).
@milourose2973
Жыл бұрын
And she was the aunt, one of the murder suspects, in 'Laura' - another favourite book of mine.
@prudencepineapple9448
Жыл бұрын
@@milourose2973 Yes, you're right! Poor Gene Tierney, She had a tragic life, Good movie too!
@amytannehill5020
Жыл бұрын
I've read Rebecca many times, starting when I was 14. Now I'm 67.It's still one of the best books I've ever read. I really love this video. Thank you Oddie! Love to you and Oddette.
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Very glad you enjoyed it and thank you so much for reaching out with your kind feedback ☺️
@seattlebeard
Жыл бұрын
I recently watched three Du Maurier films, so this was good timing. Now I can find out more about her. Always love hearing your voice. Cheers. :o)
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Much appreciated, thank you kindly!
@Chrissy-j6v
Жыл бұрын
Oddie, This was fascinating about Daphne du Maurier. I saw and liked the movie "Rebecca" which was Alfred Hitchcock's first American made movie in 1940! Other famous opening lines in Classic books were Moby Dick......"Call me Ismael!" and also in the book "A tale of two cities" opening line."......It was the best of times, it was the worst of times...." Thanks for the upload ❤❤
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for reaching out with your kind feedback 😊
@rabbitsonjupiter6824
Жыл бұрын
Those opening lines are wonderful! 🎉 Another good one is from The Go-Between by L.P. Hartley - The past is a foreign country: they do things differently there.
@Chrissy-j6v
Жыл бұрын
@@rabbitsonjupiter6824 Very good! I like that one too! Thanks for your reply. All the best! 😊
@rabbitsonjupiter6824
Жыл бұрын
@@Chrissy-j6v Thanks so much! All the best to you, too! 🙂📚
@tamarrajames3590
Жыл бұрын
You have done a wonderful job of telling Daphne’s story Oddie. She was a very complex individual living in a quite dysfunctional family at an interesting period of time. Her father was rather a piece of work, and clearly did her no favours with regard to stability. I hadn’t realized the extent to which she identified with Rebecca, but perhaps that is why it is such a deep read. I enjoyed this very much, and, as always, delighted in all the little animations and special details you put in for us. The music was perfectly suited. Sending you and your beloved much love and light.🖤🇨🇦
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
I appreciate that Tamarra, thank you so much 😊 Absolutely agree with your comments regarding dysfunctional family, that she certainly experienced - albeit in a very nice setting - wealth will provide that decorative frame. I think a lot of people can identify with Rebecca, in the sense that most of us have an insecurity that there are others are better than us - and I think the large house Manderley is like our memories, a large brooding mausoleum with the turbulent sea (our emotions) swirling around it. Well it’s my take anyway 😄 Very glad you enjoyed the animations and the music my friend, sending Richard and yourself much love and light 🌹🌟
@tamarrajames3590
Жыл бұрын
@@ObsoleteOddity So true, those grand old mansions did provide a fine veneer of refined beauty that often masked the things going on inside them. There were also different sensibilities between the rich and the common people…the wealthy were permitted their “eccentricities” I also see those large homes as you do. They take on generations of emotional energy from all that lived in them, and the events that shaped them. Some objects do the same, which makes antiquing something to do carefully. Rebecca was so well crafted, as it interwove the various emotional tapestries of its characters, while keeping them distinct and separate. All those secrets rubbing up against each other provide the different emotional perspectives of the players in a building tension. I think we could enjoy living in one of those grans houses…as long as there was a staff to keep it running smoothly. Our home is a large Arts and Crafts era, and it has its own personality, but I can’t imagine handling anything more than our 16 rooms on my own lol. Enjoy the burgeoning of summer, and keep cool.🖤🇨🇦
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
@@tamarrajames3590 Oh yes those old homes do collect a lot of energy from the previous inhabitants, in fact some of them decide to stay on; and if you are the new owner mostly they will accept you as long as you are sympathetic to the building, and not planning on any modernisation or architectural changes. Well if I was ever so fortunate to own or live in such a beautiful mansion, I guess I would live in just a few rooms, as the French do with their chateaux, this saves costs and you still get to enjoy the lovely house and grounds in summer. I have collected so many antiques, I think they must like me, which is why they wind their way to me - and I’m very lucky that I’ve never really had any bad energy from them. I feel like I am a guardian of the past, I have rescued so many objects from the dustcart.
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
@@tamarrajames3590 Odette had a dentist appointment today in Zürich, so we drove in and I knew she was going to be awhile, so I walked around the old city, I haven’t been there in so many years - I have taken some footage for when I get time to upload it to KZitem. It’s very busy, and I’m always happy to get home afterwards - but it’s quite beautiful, all these interconnecting winding long and narrow streets with so many interesting shops. We are having a mini heatwave here, should be about 32° tomorrow - which is quite hot for this time of year, usually don’t get this heat to late July or August. Hope you’re enjoying your summer as well my friend!
@tamarrajames3590
Жыл бұрын
@@ObsoleteOddity I am much the same with my finds…I have run across some things in shops with negative energy, but I just leave them behind. Those pieces that come home are all of the positive kind, and just in need of a safe haven. Some I keep just until the person they are really for comes along. I love the life and feel of older things, and enjoy sharing my space with them.🖤🇨🇦
@aadamtx
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the overview - I didn't know especially about her early life, but I did know a bit about her marriage. I read REBECCA last year - marvelous story - and I've also read her book on Cornwall and the short story collection published by the New York Review of Books (includes "The Birds" and "Don't Look Now" along with unpublished stories). Many many years ago I read TRILBY, a real potboiler!
@MeMe-nw9mq
Жыл бұрын
So happy to see a new video. Once again you knock it out of the ballpark. Your voice is so soothing, Oddie and I often watch/listen to your videos to lull myself to sleep. As a chronic insomniac, you have helped me so much helping me to sleep. Not that your videos are boring, but it’s the pitch and cadence of your voice. Love your work and am happy to support you on Patreon and by making sure I watch all the ads to make sure you receive as much ad revenue as possible. Keep up the wonderful work you do and pray that you, Oddette & the fam are doing well. So sorry to hear that your little doggo has passed on. ~Renee Poulin
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Very glad you enjoyed the presentation, thank you so much for reaching out with your great feedback Renee 😊🙏 Many people tell me that my voice helps them to drop off to slumberland - and I’m happy to help! You don’t have to watch the ads if you’re a Patreon patron, you’ve done your bit for the support of a my channel - and I’m very appreciative.
@tracytracy622
Жыл бұрын
Oddie, what a lovely presentation. One feels for what Daphne went through. Happy Father's Day, best wishes always to you and Oddette ❤️
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Many thanks!
@corinnegivens8547
Жыл бұрын
OMG I’m FINALLY getting notifications! There is a god!
@shannonhall9094
Жыл бұрын
This was fantastic! I am a huge Rebecca fan and did not know any of this! So many thoughts and feelings...Thank you Oddie!
@ObsoleteOddity
Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you so much for your positive feedback 😊
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