The Edna Webster Collection of Undiscovered Writings by richard brautigan

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July 15,2025

I don't know if the problem is with me, these stories or this book...?! Except for three or four stories, I didn't understand much and didn't like them. But for example, the last story was very good...

In fact, when I started reading this book, I had high expectations. However, as I delved into it, I found that some of the stories were a bit difficult for me to grasp. Maybe it was because of my limited understanding or different cultural background.

Nevertheless, the last story really stood out. It had a unique plot and vivid characters that made me completely immersed in it. It was like a shining star in the darkness, giving me a glimmer of hope and making me believe that there was still something wonderful in this book.

Overall, although my reading experience of this book was not entirely satisfactory, I still learned something from it. And I will continue to explore more books in the future, hoping to find more treasures that can touch my heart.

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Tusk-Act-4

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July 15,2025

In my opinion, the fragmented nature of the notes seems to be more like short stories.

After finishing the book, I saw that on the last page it was written "The Edna Webster collection of undiscovered writings", and it seems that this is the actual name of the book, not what the translator chose. After a little search in the book's descriptions, I found this: On the eve of his departure from Eugene, Oregon, to San Francisco and worldly success, a twenty-one-year-old unpublished writer named Richard Brautigan gave these funny, buoyant stories and poems as a gift to Edna Webster, the beloved mother of both his best friend and his first "real" girlfriend. "When I am rich and famous, Edna," he told her, "this will be your social security."

I think the translator's work is strange as he changed the name of the book and didn't provide these descriptions.

As usual, my issue with Brautigan book translators is that they misinterpret the word "sin" in their translations. For example, Mr. Qadimi who made a mistake in translating "breast" and Mr. Noyed in the book "In the Sugarcane Grove" who translated "sin" correctly as "breast". Here, Mr. Noyed translated "hill" once and "sugarcane grove" another time.

There is also a small problem that I always have with books like this one. In my opinion, a lot of paper is wasted in this way. Now I don't know if the book can be printed in another way so that 12 pages of paper are not wasted for a few sentences.

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Pearlescent88

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July 15,2025

Unpublished Brautigan poems, along with his quick writing "sketches" and ramblings, have all been left to Edna Webster. I believe that by now, this has completed my readings of Brautigan. It all began when I found the hippie-dressed cover of "In Watermelon Sugar" on my father's bookshelf during my teen years. References to "trout" and his obvious admiration for Hemingway can be seen peeking out from a few of the works within this collection. Reading Brautigan's poems is like experiencing haikus or polaroids of the life that existed near him. He always gives me the impression of being an outsider looking in, reinterpreting his experiences to offer a new perspective on his life. This collection is a must-have addition to any Brautigan library collection.

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Myasai

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July 15,2025

I had expected the genre of the book to be black humor and because of the name of the book, I again expected there to be something in the "radio-faced" substances!

Well, the book was neither of those. Instead, it is a collection of very short stories that I personally couldn't really establish much connection with!

This book became my first experience of reading foreign short stories, and it wasn't very touching!

I was quite disappointed as my initial expectations were not met. The stories seemed rather disjointed and lacked the depth and charm that I was hoping for. Maybe it was because I was not familiar with the cultural context or the writing style of the author. Nevertheless, it was a learning experience for me, and I now know that not all books will live up to my expectations. I will continue to explore different genres and authors in the hope of finding that one book that will truly touch my heart and leave a lasting impression.

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ctrlfire

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July 15,2025

Oh wow, well I just have to say:

"Do you want to ride a pair of red fish and swim all the way to Alaska?"

Well, now I don't want to say anything else. This statement seems quite strange and imaginative. The idea of riding on a pair of red fish and swimming to such a distant place as Alaska is quite a unique and unexpected thought. It makes you wonder what could have led to this strange question. Maybe it's a random thought that popped into someone's head, or perhaps there's a deeper meaning or story behind it. Either way, it's an interesting and rather humorous statement that leaves you with a bit of a smile on your face.

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nero_real

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July 15,2025

The charming style and five acceptable lines it had were quite remarkable.

The best part of the book was when Christ was shaking the back of the chair, which was an interesting scene.

It made one wonder why in the end it was related to his mother.

This part added an element of mystery and depth to the story.

It left the readers with a sense of curiosity and a desire to know more about the connection between Christ's actions and his mother.

Overall, it was a captivating and thought-provoking aspect of the book that kept the readers engaged.

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chichiriNoDa

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July 15,2025

I really like the simplicity of Barat's writing. There are deep emotions in his writings.

Barat's writing style is very unique. It is not only simple but also full of power. His words can touch people's hearts and make them feel the emotions he wants to convey.

When I read Barat's works, I always feel a sense of tranquility and peace. His writing can make me forget the troubles and stress of the outside world and immerse myself in his world of words.

I believe that Barat's writing will continue to inspire more people and bring them more joy and inspiration.

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snjeguzica

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July 15,2025

Jesus said: "Father, not with our mother!"

"Not with our mother!"

The eagle chair guard said: "Shut your mouth!"

:))

Plop!

I really liked the first story. D:

Jesus spoke with great emotion, "Father, please do not involve our mother in this." His words carried a weight of concern and love.

"Not with our mother!" he repeated, as if emphasizing the importance of this plea.

However, the eagle chair guard, who seemed to have no patience for such outbursts, quickly interjected with a stern command, "Shut your mouth!"

The situation took a somewhat comical turn with the addition of ":))" and "Plop!".

Despite the oddities, the narrator expressed a deep affection for the first story, perhaps finding something in it that touched their heart or made them think.

D: This simple yet engaging account leaves room for interpretation and invites the reader to reflect on the various emotions and interactions it presents.

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