Three-and-a-half stars.

This book encompasses the earliest existing writings of the renowned writer Richard Brautigan, who is the author of "Trout Fishing in America", "In Watermelon Sugar", and numerous other short novels and poems.

Anticipating that this book mainly consisted of his juvenilia, penned before the age of 20 and entrusted to his friend Edna Webster, I approached it with modest expectations.

Surprisingly, this book is a diverse collection. It includes numerous sketches of poems and short stories that held promise had Brautigan refined them further. Additionally, there are many sardonic observations on life as seen through his youthful eyes.

While there is an abundance of underwhelming content, there are also several genuine treasures worth reading.

The short story, "A Visit from Jake", is an excellent early work by Brautigan, as are some of the poems like "Cats" and "The Haunted Heart", along with quite a few others.

This book is worth perusing if you are an ardent Brautigan 'completist' fan eager to read everything he ever wrote. However, if you are new to Brautigan, it is advisable not to begin here. Instead, start with the modern-day dadaist classic "Trout Fishing in America", or explore the ethereal hippie-commune of iDEATH in "In Watermelon Sugar", or perhaps something closer to more 'orthodox' prose as found in "The Abortion". If you read and relish those books, then I suggest delving into this one at a later stage.

In conclusion, this book is good but by no means a game-changer.

I want to tell you a story of a scholar to explain why we should choose books suitable for our age.

I first read this book several years ago. (I won't say how old I was; because the truth is that I wasn't really a child and I don't want to admit it. Well, I think I was fourteen.) I had just plunged into the books of adults. I don't know why I was in a hurry. Anyway, this was one of the first ones.

At that time, with every slight mention of things like sexual issues, I would be shocked and think: "Hey! Don't they censor this?" Then, with all simplicity, I felt smart that I had come across a less censored book. :)))

When I read it, I didn't understand anything behind the words and thought it was just a very plain book. I remember talking about it with a friend who was also in my situation, and we read some parts and were shocked together. :)

Don't worry. Let me get to the point. I was so frustrated that I sat down to read a story without a beginning. To the extent that I didn't even put the book in front of my eyes and forgot its existence. :)))

Yesterday, I was reading a list of black comedy writers and their books and saw: "Oh! How familiar this is!" And so I decided to read it again.

It was a good and correct decision. Except for two or three sentences, I didn't remember anything else; so its forgetfulness amazed me. (One of the advantages of a poor memory.)

I read it with a strange pleasure; with a smile and a heart that was constricted. I was immersed in the depth of the feelings behind these simple words.

Someone here had written that it seems this book was written by a seven-year-old child. To some extent, I agree with them. I say to some extent because they think this is the weakness of the book, and I think its charm lies in this. It's not difficult to create a complex appearance for the text; the art is to burden the words.

Maybe in a few years, I will come back to it and laugh at it like today. I don't know. I can't predict; just like I [probably] fourteen-year-old didn't think that one day I would fall in love with this book.

P.S.1: In fact, it doesn't have a special honesty (in the way I thought at that time). I think it has been censored a lot. Don't pay attention to my past. :)))

P.S. P.S.: Now it is also becoming the past. I think... never pay attention to me?!

P.S.2: Now I remember something. From the reviews, I understood that the readers of this book are generally divided into two groups; those who love it and those who hate it. That's why I don't tell anyone to read it. I don't know at all which people might like it.

The book didn't have anything special in my opinion. It could be said that it was a collection of short stories that, despite the author's efforts in innovation, seemed to me to be in vain.

Of course, I liked the book "The Hunting of the Snark" that I read. It was full of images. I think the translator did a poor job.

In any case, most of the stories were based on dialogues that could be said to be absurd and sometimes in the form of free verse.

In short, that's how it was.

“Early work, never before published” reads the front cover blurb.

On the back, we’re informed that these unpublished stories and poems were given to Edna Webster, the mother of the girlfriend and best friend of a 21-year-old then unknown writer, Richard Brautigan. “When I’m rich and famous, Edna,” he told her, “this will be your social security”.

While I wouldn’t suggest this as a beginning point to uncover Brautigan, if you’re already familiar with and relish his work, then this collection is truly a delight.

Some of it appears a bit juvenile (after all, he was only 21), but if you already know his work, you’ll surely detect the glimmers of genius yet to come. Much of it resounds with the innocence of young love, but the darkness of his future work is also present, especially towards the end of the collection; and a great deal of it is already simply extremely good.

The poem ‘Photograph 12’ particularly impressed me…

‘A twelve-year-old
girl’s
virtue
sitting next
to a double bed
and wondering
what
the hell happened.’

This collection offers a unique glimpse into the early creative mind of Richard Brautigan, showing both his nascent talent and the seeds of the more complex and profound work that would follow. It’s a must-read for fans of his literature, providing valuable insights into his artistic evolution.

In our village, there are several strange and curious people living. Sometimes, it really makes me feel extremely annoyed.

They have their own unique ways of doing things and behaving, which often seem incomprehensible to others. Their actions and words can cause confusion and even trouble at times.

However, as I get to know them better over time, I also start to discover some of their hidden qualities and strengths.

Maybe they are just a little different from the mainstream, but that doesn't mean they are bad or unworthy.

In fact, in this diverse world, everyone has their own place and value, and we should try to understand and accept them with an open mind.

After all, it is through this acceptance and understanding that we can build a more harmonious and inclusive community.

I think Bradbury never disappoints the reader. In a book of this size, he even puts in things for pleasure and sometimes for discovery.

I found several narrative techniques in the book that I think exceeded my expectations.

One of the techniques I noticed was his use of vivid imagery. Bradbury has a remarkable ability to paint a picture in the reader's mind with his words. The descriptions of the settings, characters, and events were so detailed that I felt as if I was actually there, experiencing everything along with the characters.

Another technique that stood out to me was his use of foreshadowing. He would drop subtle hints throughout the story that would later come back and have a significant impact on the plot. This added an element of mystery and suspense to the book, making it even more engaging to read.

Overall, I was very impressed with the narrative techniques used in this book. They added depth and complexity to the story, making it a truly enjoyable read.

Baby Brautigan is a unique and interesting subject.

Perhaps he is a child with a special charm or a particular personality.

Maybe he has a story that is waiting to be told.

We can imagine his innocent eyes and cute smile.

His actions and words might bring joy and laughter to those around him.

Baby Brautigan could be the center of attention in a family or a group of friends.

His presence might add a touch of warmth and playfulness to any situation.

As he grows up, he will undoubtedly have many adventures and experiences that will shape his life.

We can only wonder what the future holds for this little one named Baby Brautigan.

Richard Burton was crazy: He

Before feeling
I was completely happy :).

Richard Burton was a renowned actor with a larger-than-life personality. He was known for his intense and passionate performances on stage and screen. His love for acting was so great that it sometimes bordered on obsession. Burton's wild and unpredictable behavior off-screen also added to his reputation as a bit of a madman. He had a penchant for living life to the fullest, often indulging in excesses of alcohol and women. However, beneath his crazy exterior, there was a sensitive and talented artist. His performances were deeply moving and he had the ability to bring characters to life in a way that few others could. Despite his flaws, Richard Burton remains an iconic figure in the world of entertainment.

This book couldn't be placed in any recognized form for me.

The fragments of life, in the most delicate state that was in the momentary stories, had a kind of heart-touching satire in its narration that invited one to feel what the narrator felt.

The strange type and style of narration, but the flow of life in it was very real.

It was as if these disjointed scenes were拼凑 together to form a unique and captivating whole.

The author's way of presenting the story made it difficult to categorize, yet it had a charm that drew the reader in and made them experience the emotions and events as if they were their own.

Each page seemed to hold a new surprise, a new aspect of life that was revealed in a way that was both unexpected and deeply moving.

This book was truly a one-of-a-kind experience that left a lasting impression on my mind and heart.

Hell
Worse than that
Does not exist
That constantly
To the remembrance
Of a kiss
That
Did not happen by accident.

This short piece seems to convey a sense of longing and perhaps a hint of regret. The idea that something as simple as a kiss that didn't occur by chance can have such a profound impact on one's thoughts and emotions is quite powerful. It makes one wonder about the significance we attach to certain moments and how they can linger in our minds, torturing us in a way that is worse than the concept of hell itself. The repetition of the phrase "does not exist" emphasizes the intensity of this feeling, as if the narrator is trying to convince themselves that there is nothing more痛苦 or difficult than this unfulfilled longing. Overall, it's a thought-provoking and evocative piece that leaves the reader with a lot to ponder.

I have always said that I don't have a good relationship with a collection of short stories. But overall, the book has a very different and strange space!! The translation is also very very bad.

I really don't understand why some people like short stories so much. For me, they always seem to lack the depth and complexity that I expect from a good book.

And this particular collection is no exception. The stories are all very short and seem to be more like snippets of thoughts or ideas rather than fully developed narratives.

To make matters worse, the translation is really poor. It's full of errors and awkward phrasings that make it difficult to understand the original meaning of the stories.

I'm really disappointed with this book and I don't think I'll be reading any more short story collections in the future.

As I said, what do they translate breasts as in Hindi and Urdu?

This is a rather interesting question. In different languages, the translations and interpretations of certain words can vary significantly. When it comes to the translation of "breasts" in Hindi and Urdu, it might not be a straightforward one-to-one correspondence with the English word.

Hindi and Urdu are rich languages with their own unique vocabularies and cultural connotations. The translation of "breasts" could potentially have different nuances and expressions depending on the context in which it is used.

It could be that there are specific words or phrases in Hindi and Urdu that are used to describe this anatomical feature, and these might carry additional meanings or implications that are not present in the English translation.

Understanding the translations and cultural significance of words in different languages is an important aspect of language learning and cross-cultural communication.