Deludente, noioso; una vera fatica leggerlo. This statement seems to express a sense of disappointment and boredom. It implies that whatever is being referred to is not only unfulfilling but also tiresome to read. It could be a book, an article, or perhaps even a conversation. The use of the words "deludente" (disappointing) and "noioso" (boring) emphasizes the negative experience. It makes one wonder what could have caused such a reaction. Maybe the content was lackluster, the writing style was unengaging, or the subject matter was simply not of interest. In any case, it is clear that the person making this statement did not enjoy the reading experience and found it to be a real chore.

A guy that tells girls about Bob Dylan and James Joyce and Jean-Luc Godard is often seen as a bit of an intellectual. He has a deep knowledge and appreciation for the works of these renowned artists.

He might engage in passionate conversations, sharing his insights and interpretations of their music, literature, and films. This guy is not afraid to express his love for the creative genius of Bob Dylan's lyrics, the complex narratives of James Joyce's novels, and the innovative filmmaking techniques of Jean-Luc Godard.

Girls may find his enthusiasm charming and captivating. His ability to introduce them to new and exciting artistic expressions can open up a whole new world for them. Whether it's sitting in a coffee shop discussing the latest Dylan album or watching a Godard film together, this guy knows how to make an impression.

However, he also risks coming across as a bit pretentious or overly intellectual. Some girls may be intimidated by his extensive knowledge and prefer a more down-to-earth conversation. But for those who are interested in the arts and are looking for someone to share their passion with, this guy can be a great match.

The first novel is big, but not extremely so. In fact, it is overly verbose and lacks a thrilling plot. There are some indistinct Oedipal retrospections and a lot of musings about film and television images. However, it already contains everything that he will later perfect in his subsequent novels: philosophy, skepticism, ecphrasis, sex (in DeLillo, a man always "presses" a woman first), history, and so on. The book lacks depth, as if the images are flat on the screen (especially the scene of the final drunken orgy). But it sums up a certain American stage, the end of the Beats and the birth (or blooming?) of consumerism with the predominance of images over texts.

It seems that this first work is like a rough draft, laying the foundation for the author's future masterpieces. Although it has some flaws, it also shows the author's potential and unique perspective. As we read through it, we can see the seeds of his later literary achievements being sown.

Maybe in the process of writing this novel, the author was still exploring and experimenting, trying to find his own writing style and theme. And this exploration and experimentation are exactly what make a writer grow and progress.

This is the very first book to which I have awarded a mere 1 star ever since 2019. I wholeheartedly and negatively recommend it. In fact, if I happen to see you picking it up, I will not hesitate to swat it right out of your hands. I couldn't care less if it is标榜 as 'literature'. I simply do not possess the capacity to endure reading something as dreadfully awful as this solely for the sake of所谓的 'craft'.

Back in 1971 when this was published, not nearly enough white men were informed that nobody gives a hoot about their dumb and terrible protagonists. However, it's better late than never!

Nobody truly cares

OK debut:

Don DeLillo is extremely hilarious, and there were indeed several parties that I really liked.

The phrase "death is just around the corner" adds an interesting and somewhat mysterious touch to the overall atmosphere.

His works often explore deep and complex themes, yet he manages to present them in a way that is both engaging and entertaining.

The parties he describes might be filled with unique characters and strange occurrences, making the reading experience all the more captivating.

Perhaps these parties serve as a backdrop for the exploration of human nature, relationships, and the inevitable presence of death in our lives.

Overall, DeLillo's writing style and the ideas he presents make for a truly remarkable debut.

I really wanted to like this book.

I remember when I read DeLillo's book "Libra", I was completely enamored with his prose. It was an outstanding book, and his penchant for detail was truly unmatched.

The prose in Americana is good, but I just didn't like it as much. It's not DeLillo's best work.

There are many good aspects of the book. I did love his repetition of icons and ideas associated with Americana: the cheap hotel room, the glorification of female sexuality in commercials, and the romantic ideals of cross-country travel.

The strongest sections are those where the protagonist, David Bell, reflects on his past, especially his memories of his family and mother.

There is also a clear transformation in David's character from the beginning to the end of the book, which ultimately forms the majority of the story arc.

And DeLillo's prose is still lush and exciting at times. I definitely love the way he phrases things as it is very vivid and alive.

It's important to note that Americana was DeLillo's first novel. We can't expect him to have the poise and delicacy in his early writing that he would later展现 in works like "Libra" and "Underworld".

Furthermore, some of my frustration with the novel may be due to timing. Written in 1971, it was very much a product of its time. The Vietnam War is prominent throughout the book, as are elements of changing cultural mores.

It seems to be an early example of the kind of work that would inspire the likes of Bret Easton Ellis and his literature of the grotesque. It's clear that the novel explores many postmodern elements.

All in all, while Americana wasn't that great on its own, I would recommend it to any DeLillo fan to gain a broader understanding of his work. For others, I would recommend DeLillo and suggest starting with his excellent novel, "Libra".

What kind of stories are these in North American literature? Damned obligations, false intellectualisms on the road, desperate childhoods of nothing... Maybe it's the fault of the Kindle that distracts me while reading, but this book that seemed to start with vigor has gotten lost on the roads of the world.

North American literature is a vast and diverse field, encompassing a wide range of themes, styles, and voices. From the early works of Native American storytellers to the modern masterpieces of contemporary authors, it has evolved and changed over time.

However, some critics argue that there are certain trends or characteristics that are common in North American literature. For example, the idea of the "American Dream" is often explored, as are themes of individualism, freedom, and the search for identity.

Despite its diversity, North American literature has had a significant impact on the literary world and continues to be studied and enjoyed by readers around the globe. Whether it's through the works of classic authors like Mark Twain and Ernest Hemingway or the more recent offerings of contemporary writers, it offers a rich and fascinating glimpse into the culture and history of North America.

I've been on a bit of a hiatus from reading books, but this one, Americana by Don DeLillo, was an absolute gem to dive into headfirst. DeLillo is one of the first great American literary novelists who truly inspired me to write. I vividly recall being 17 and reading MAO II in a small military library, completely awestruck by every single paragraph. The novel seemed to throb in my hands, with words that felt alive and carried a sense of danger and explosiveness.

Now, nearly 25 years later, DeLillo's first novel takes an interesting turn. It transitions from a quasi-normal narrative to almost a prose poem, from the world of Mad Men to that of David Lynch. It's funky, filled with infinitely quotable lines, and haunting in its strange awareness and paranoia. It's as if DeLillo aimed to verbally describe a documentary of America but soon grew dissatisfied with merely telling what he saw. Instead, he switched to depicting what America was saying and singing. After that, he was licking the acetate off the Super 16 and describing the journey. It's truly funky.

I'm planning a road trip this summer with my brother (who is also a writer), his friend (a documentary filmmaker and former CIA agent), and another friend (a literary American writer of both fiction and nonfiction). I was playfully teasing my brother that during the trip, I would literally devour the author's book, page by page, as we travel through the West together. Perhaps I should switch books and consume 'Americana'. Our road trip will start and end in Dallas, at Love Field. I have this feeling that my Summer of 2017 began and will ultimately end with the distinct taste of 'Americana' lingering in my mouth.

Americana is an outstanding book.

It is similar in its vivid and rich descriptions to Philip Roth's Portnoy's Complaint. It is a high-level experimental satire.

Written in a more fortunate era, a major publisher was willing to take the risk of printing a first novel that did not follow the predictable rules of storytelling.

This novel has no villain, except perhaps at times the narrator, David Bell, himself.

In essence, Bell embarks on a physical cross-country journey to address his growing dissatisfaction with his world and relationships.

Using a film project as his medium, he explores the mystery of his own life and failed marriage through the third-person use of art.

The meandering, often plotless sections of the novel are its greatest asset.

The long paragraphs filled with imagery, which often span several pages and read more like free-form poetry than action-driven narrative, are astonishingly revealing in capturing the changing moral landscape of America in the late 1960s.

It is an important novel, but unfortunately, it is unlikely to be read frequently in today's world dominated by suspense/thriller writers like James Patterson and Dan Brown.

It is a book that I took the time to read slowly and contemplate, and one that I will probably read again.

I gently picked up the camera that was resting on my lap.

Slowly, I raised it to my eye, and leaned out of the window just a little bit.

I then trained the camera lens on the ladies, as if I was about to take a shot.

One of the ladies noticed me and immediately nudged her companion, yet her eyes remained fixed on the camera.

They both waved.

One by one, the other ladies reacted as well.

They all smiled and waved, looking supremely happy.

Perhaps they had a sense that they were waving at themselves, waving in the hope that if, someday, evidence of their passage through time was demanded, perhaps by their own doubts, a moment might be recalled.

A moment when they stood in a dazzling plaza under the sun and were captured on the transparent plastic ribbon.

And thirty years from now, on that day when proof was needed, it could be hoped that their film was being projected on a screen somewhere.

There they would stand, verified, in a chemical reincarnation, waving at their own old age, smiling their reassurance to the decades.

They were like a race of eternal pilgrims in a marketplace in the dusty sunlight, with seven arms extended in a fabulous salute to the forgetfulness of being.

What better proof (if proof was ever needed) that they had truly been alive?

Their happiness, I believe, was composed of this anticipation of incontestable evidence, and had nothing to do with the present moment, which would pass like all the others into whatever is the opposite of eternity.

I feel a bit ashamed to admit it, but it doesn't have to meet my need to be considered a very nice book. Simply, I can't stand this torrential writing with punctuation marks every 10 words (especially in the second part), describing the minutiae in movements and thoughts without being able to make me feel anything for the characters and the story.

It's as if I'm reading the script of Mad Men.

It's not you, it's me. This book might have its own merits, but for some reason, it just doesn't click with me. Maybe it's the writing style that is too dense and detailed for my taste. Or perhaps I'm not in the right frame of mind to appreciate it. Whatever the reason, I can't help but feel disappointed. I had high hopes for this book, but it just didn't deliver. I'll probably give it another try at some point, but for now, I'm going to move on to something else.

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