Rebecca...and the Curious life of Daphne du Maurier

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ObsoleteOddity

ObsoleteOddity

Күн бұрын

#rebecca #daphnedumaurier #gay
In this episode we not only explore the background and characters behind the novel Rebecca, but we also explore Daphne du Maurier’s life and sexuality.
Daphne believed she should have been born male, and we will discover how this influenced her, and which real life events inspired her creations.
Join me as we wander through the haunted ruins of Manderley.
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@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
My dear friends, Oddie Beau your favourite historian, is a one-man band - and these features take up a lot of my time, if you enjoy them and you wish to support my work, there are three options: One is support with rewards at my Patreon site, where your pledge will unlock videos that are not here on KZfaq. Or you could use the `super thanks‘ option on KZfaq to send your love! Enjoy the presentation!
@bettybg1051
@bettybg1051 Жыл бұрын
You have it Oddie🎉
@Another_taco.Yes_please
@Another_taco.Yes_please Жыл бұрын
Not doing well on the dosh front currently, but I will when I can do.
@megs4193
@megs4193 Жыл бұрын
Hello buddy 😃👍👍👍🎉.
@sharynkhan1104
@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
@Pet_Rescue Жыл бұрын
@@sharynkhan1104Is that a Cornish thing? I heard that St Austell is referred to as “ Snozzle”
@waverider8549
@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
@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
@christinedowie2859 Жыл бұрын
XXX ❤ to you and your lanlady😊
@waverider8549
@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
@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
@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 ! 😘😘😘
@AmberGraves80
@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
@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
@AmberGraves80 Жыл бұрын
@@christinedowie2859 I disagree with that generalization.
@aloysiusdevanderabercrombi470
@aloysiusdevanderabercrombi470 Жыл бұрын
@@christinedowie2859 And women.
@asbisi
@asbisi Жыл бұрын
Exactly. Poor Daphne. No wonder she escaped into the world of being a boy.
@christinagiannaros9817
@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
@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
@simaturna9765 Жыл бұрын
Incest 😱😭
@jaydahome-teillarddeyry6200
@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
@RadioWhoPoo 10 ай бұрын
Highly recommend Piers Dudgeon's books if you'd like to find out more about her and her family!
@sandilusk203
@sandilusk203 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
@RadioWhoPoo 10 ай бұрын
Fascinating, did you ever do any work with her short stories? Breakdown etc?
@annangela3998
@annangela3998 Жыл бұрын
Is there anything more lovley than relaxing to Oddie's videos. ❤🎉❤
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
You are so kind :)
@violet295
@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
@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
@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.
@juliebajwa721
@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
@empressoftheuniverse1312 Жыл бұрын
Totally agree!!!
@ObsoleteOddity
@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
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
thank you kindly!
@abbynormal3068
@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
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Very glad you enjoyed it Anita, thank you for reaching out.
@traci3842
@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
@karaamundson3964 Жыл бұрын
Fontaine NAILED IT. As did Judith Anderson!
@lisaamerson1547
@lisaamerson1547 Жыл бұрын
I know right
@RandomRangerRambles
@RandomRangerRambles Жыл бұрын
It was a great book.
@MichelleMohr-lt1wo
@MichelleMohr-lt1wo Жыл бұрын
You are right
@moonroxxit
@moonroxxit Жыл бұрын
Amen.especially because they knew the English language and how to use it.
@huckyduck
@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
@RadioWhoPoo 10 ай бұрын
Her short stories are also great
@jancuk8881
@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
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
I appreciate that, thank you very much. Thank you also for sharing that, very interesting.
@renee1961
@renee1961 Жыл бұрын
Good morning 🌞🌄, and Happy Father's Day! I hope everyone is doing well! Thank You!🤗🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌜🤗
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Good morning!
@ajt51773
@ajt51773 Жыл бұрын
I hope you are doing well yourself! 🤗💖
@megs4193
@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 😳🥺🥴💞..
@renee1961
@renee1961 Жыл бұрын
I hope Daphne is at Peace 🙏🙏🙏🕊️🕊️🕊️🕯️🕯️🕯️
@krisfinley6706
@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
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for reaching out with your kind feedback 😊
@laurielovett8849
@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
@DawnSuttonfabfour
@DawnSuttonfabfour Жыл бұрын
I read her biography "Boy in the Box". Daphne was an unusual woman!
@patb.j.3358
@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
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
It certainly is addictive Pat, thanks for sharing that and thanks for your positive feedback.
@Liz-cmc313
@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
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your kind words Liz, that's so nice of you.
@Pieternel2002
@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
@TracyD2 Жыл бұрын
I agree.
@disgruntledmoderate5331
@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
@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
@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
@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?
@ameliamokarzel2761
@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
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
That's very kind of you, thank you for that.
@amytannehill5020
@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
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Very glad you enjoyed it and thank you so much for reaching out with your kind feedback ☺️
@deborahbridgforth4790
@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
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
So glad you enjoyed the presentation - very much appreciated 😊
@cementshoes1425
@cementshoes1425 Жыл бұрын
What an interesting video! Rebecca has always been one of my favorite novels and films. Thank you for posting this!
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
So glad you enjoyed the presentation - very much appreciated 😊
@Brian-xs5xl
@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
@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
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your kind words Brian, that's so nice of you.
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
ok Linda, thanks :)
@tamarrajames3590
@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
@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
@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
@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
@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 KZfaq. 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
@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.🖤🇨🇦
@chrissy552
@chrissy552 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
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for reaching out with your kind feedback 😊
@rabbitsonjupiter6824
@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.
@chrissy552
@chrissy552 Жыл бұрын
@@rabbitsonjupiter6824 Very good! I like that one too! Thanks for your reply. All the best! 😊
@rabbitsonjupiter6824
@rabbitsonjupiter6824 Жыл бұрын
@@chrissy552 Thanks so much! All the best to you, too! 🙂📚
@HBHBluestocking
@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
@renee1961 Жыл бұрын
It sounds as if she was struggling alot. And the relationship with her Father only added to it.
@bronwentillman8385
@bronwentillman8385 Жыл бұрын
Magnificent, Dear Oddie!!!! I couldn't help but have visions of the old black and white movies while listening to you narrate. My great-grandmother and I would watch old movies while she was recovering from hip-replacement surgery. I miss her dearly, but I am now going to find a print copy of Rebecca and read it! Thank you, my dear friend!
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for reaching out with your kind feedback 😊
@rebelscum7596
@rebelscum7596 Жыл бұрын
This was so well done (as always). I have always been a huge fan of Rebecca, both the book and the movie with Joan Fontaine. The overwhelming presence of Rebecca who is never actually seen is so well written.
@kerryberman609
@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
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your very kind feedback Kerry - much appreciated 😊
@shesaknitter
@shesaknitter Жыл бұрын
I think this is the best youTube biography video I've ever watched. Beautifully put together, great music, and it made me want to go back and re-read not only Rebecca, that I read decades ago, but all of the other du Maurier books I read when I went through a phase where I could not get enough of her writing. Thank you so much!
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
That is a great compliment, thank you so much for reaching out with your lovely feedback - much appreciated 🙏😊
@seattlebeard
@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
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Much appreciated, thank you kindly!
@madelinesullivan2629
@madelinesullivan2629 Жыл бұрын
I remember reading Rebecca many years ago at school and years later I named my daughter after that said name. One day during lock down in the height of the Covid, I said let’s read it together.. its now became a wonderful memory sitting in the garden reading this wonderful masterpiece. Such a interesting video on this great author, thank you so enjoyable.
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
What a lovely memory, thank you for sharing and glad you enjoyed the presentation.
@seanclark2531
@seanclark2531 Жыл бұрын
Rebecca is the only novel i can think of where the main character is never named.
@suzannemoodhe927
@suzannemoodhe927 Жыл бұрын
That was an incredible presentation! So fascinating! ❤
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@prudencepineapple9448
@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
@milourose2973 Жыл бұрын
And she was the aunt, one of the murder suspects, in 'Laura' - another favourite book of mine.
@prudencepineapple9448
@prudencepineapple9448 Жыл бұрын
@@milourose2973 Yes, you're right! Poor Gene Tierney, She had a tragic life, Good movie too!
@tracytracy622
@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
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Many thanks!
@tinynina76
@tinynina76 Жыл бұрын
Excellent video, thank you! I've read Rebecca, but it was a long time ago. Loved it. I didn't know that much about Daphne, so I was surprised about the conflicts regarding her sexuality. I feel sorry for her. Sounds like her dad did her an injustice. Thank you again.
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
I’m very glad it was to your liking, thank you so much for your great feedback my friend!
@MeMe-nw9mq
@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
@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.
@shannonhall9094
@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
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you so much for your positive feedback 😊
@MSK-jd5fi
@MSK-jd5fi Жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed this. Du Maurier was such a complex and compelling person. You did a good job of putting all the pieces of her life together. I had no idea how remarkable her life was
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
I’m very glad it was to your liking, thank you so much for your great feedback my friend!
@myrjaela
@myrjaela Жыл бұрын
Happy Father's Day from the US, or Happy Weekend if you don't celebrate! Good to see you again!😊
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much
@Another_taco.Yes_please
@Another_taco.Yes_please Жыл бұрын
Lovely presentation. Weird how the rich live. I so miss the old bookstores! Purchased many old out of print old books and learned so much reading them. Cheers again x
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
So glad you enjoyed the presentation - very much appreciated 😊
@mauricedavis2160
@mauricedavis2160 Жыл бұрын
Ah Rebecca, Daphne du Maurier and Bette Davis and your excellent narration...folks it doesn't get any better!!!🙏👌📖📽️🦉❣️
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Very much appreciated Maurice, thank you 🙏
@smorgasbroad1132
@smorgasbroad1132 Жыл бұрын
Did you mean Joan Fontaine Maurice? I'm confused.
@chrissy552
@chrissy552 Жыл бұрын
@@smorgasbroad1132 Yes, She must have meant Joan Fontaine. Not Bette Davis who wasn't in "Rebecca'
@smorgasbroad1132
@smorgasbroad1132 Жыл бұрын
​@@chrissy552 Yes, I think so too. Thanks👍
@aadamtx
@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!
@corinnegivens8547
@corinnegivens8547 Жыл бұрын
OMG I’m FINALLY getting notifications! There is a god!
@5809AUJG
@5809AUJG Жыл бұрын
"Rebecca" has long been one of my most favorite books...a marvelous story, deep and scary...and almost dreamlike in its quality. Interestingly, Hitchcock captured that same, dreamlike quality in his classic, definitive film....the camera work, the use of light and shadow, the quiet, darkly gathering strangeness of it all, its great score by Franz Waxman, its tensions, its deep suspense. It's got it all. There have been other versions made of "Rebecca", as you no doubt know of, Oddie Beau. The superbly gifted Jeremy Brett played Max in a tv series of the story in the UK years ago. Frankly, I did find him a much more intriguing and attractive Maxim than Olivier, though that version did not come close to the superb quality of Hitchcock's film. Interestingly, Du Maurier's husband was the one responsible for the plan and operation of the battle known as "Market Garden" in the Netherlands in WWII.,.and, since he ignored intelligence on actual Nazi strength in the area, sent forces in anyway, and the result was a horrific disaster. Anyway...thank you for this fascinating video, dear Oddie! As always, beautifully and brilliantly done! Love and thanks!
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your interesting insights and positive feedback. much appreciated 😊
@virginiasoskin9082
@virginiasoskin9082 Жыл бұрын
I found an early edition of Rebecca up in our attic when I was a teen in the 1960s. I brought it downstairs, began reading, and was HOOKED from start to finish. I probably read it in a few days in the summertime, same with GWTW which I think I finished in four days of steady reading all day long. I've always loved Olivier as Maxim; but sometimes I thought Joan Fontaine acted a bit like a ninny. I would have given Mrs. Danvers a good hard slap and fired her on the spot. But the character was not strong; she had zero self-esteem and Danvers quickly picked up on this and tried to get her to jump out the window of Rebecca's room. I think DuMaurier had lots of experience with ppl who tried to control her sexually and emotionally, and how different people react to that.
@oorzuis1419
@oorzuis1419 Жыл бұрын
making the world big and small at the same time with for me a great introduction to Daphne du Maurier's life and works, thanks Oddie and a little bit of suffering from the same heatwave I guess, in Western Europe there is a spot of rain coming up now to make it more bearable here in Holland
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
I really appreciate that, thank you.
@pestesoidubutor8626
@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
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
I really appreciate your positive feedback - thank you very much :)
@Katseye102
@Katseye102 Жыл бұрын
Always love your stories! Very sad she never found her real happiness except in her writing. Milton Hall is magnificent! I’m in hopes you keep having these intriguing stories, it’s like a small escape for me. Take care!! ❤️❤️
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Very glad you enjoyed the presentation, thank you so much for reaching out with your great feedback!
@KincadeCeltoSlav
@KincadeCeltoSlav Жыл бұрын
Another MasterPiece! Thank You Oddie! This Production was Beautifully Done!
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
😊 Much appreciated, thank you kindly!
@msc8663
@msc8663 Жыл бұрын
I loved this story I wonder if you could find her books. Thank you dear Oddie. My love for you and Mrs Oddie. Be safe my friend. Happy Father's day to you and all your dad listeners.💕
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for reaching out with your kind feedback 😊
@renee1961
@renee1961 Жыл бұрын
What a Lovely video, Oddie! Thank You!
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@shawnaellcey6970
@shawnaellcey6970 Жыл бұрын
I have finally received a notification!!! Thank heavens! ❤❤❤
@anthonybarnwell767
@anthonybarnwell767 Жыл бұрын
Happy Father's day mr beau cheers
@juliereynolds3488
@juliereynolds3488 Жыл бұрын
This was a wonderful video - thank you so much for producing it.
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
I really appreciate your positive feedback - thank you very much :)
@littbitterst2328
@littbitterst2328 Жыл бұрын
Another fantastic video! Thanks again, Oddie!!
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Very glad you enjoyed the presentation, thank you so much for your great feedback!
@chriscurtess1
@chriscurtess1 Жыл бұрын
That’s was your best so far I lived the story editing all the work you put into it. Ty so much
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed the presentation my friend! Happy that it’s your favourite so far 😊
@carolannemckenzie3849
@carolannemckenzie3849 10 ай бұрын
Thank you Oddie Beau. This was beautifully written and presented, as ever. Love from Scotland.
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity 10 ай бұрын
I appreciate that very much my friend, thank you so much for your great feedback!
@majimespirit8421
@majimespirit8421 Жыл бұрын
What a horrible father! She could have ended up completely destroyed but instead became an incredibly prolific and successful author. I enjoyed Mary Anne over Rebecca but my favorite is Jamaica Inn. Frenchman’s Creek was a cute little romance. Knowing now about her childhood I shall read the books again. TY Oddie!
@jenniferlee6955
@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
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Many thanks!
@carlaemerson1195
@carlaemerson1195 Жыл бұрын
Excellent!❤ Thank you, it's so good to hear you again... I've been away from the channel for a short time 😊
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Welcome back!
@Catbooks
@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
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
I appreciate that, thank you 😊
@arlanstrong1424
@arlanstrong1424 Жыл бұрын
Oh Oddie I read everything she ever wrote and I knew none of her life. This has been most interesting and instructive. Many thanks ❤️
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your very kind feedback - much appreciated 😊
@collettewhitney2141
@collettewhitney2141 Жыл бұрын
@obsoleteoddtiy amazing video. And as always looking forward for the next video. Happy father day 💖💖💖💖🎊😻💚💕💕💕💝
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!!
@collettewhitney2141
@collettewhitney2141 Жыл бұрын
@@ObsoleteOddity you are extremely welcome 💕💝🎶🖤🎊🦄
@zephyr2731
@zephyr2731 Жыл бұрын
Fascinating story and well presented, as always, Oddie! Thanks!
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@merxeddie6474
@merxeddie6474 Жыл бұрын
Always pleased when a new upload appears.The usual fascinating elements and production.Thanks OO.
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Many thanks! Much appreciated 😊
@elaineschildmeyer3877
@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
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
You're most welcome, thanks for your feedback!
@jankoza673
@jankoza673 Жыл бұрын
Oddie, thank you. I read Rebecca many many years ago. Your description of du Maurier’s life was as usual very thorough and moving. I really enjoyed it. Sent you a little thanks. I do so appreciate your work.
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for reaching out with your kind feedback, and also for your kind donation - very much appreciated. 🌹
@WorldOfEnchantment44
@WorldOfEnchantment44 Жыл бұрын
This was fascinating from beginning to end! Wonderful work!!!
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@kimglass4851
@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
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
thank you kindly!
@Kernewik101
@Kernewik101 11 ай 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❤
@manusha1349
@manusha1349 11 ай бұрын
Lovely video, great narration, background music and imagery ❤ thanks for sharing
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity 11 ай бұрын
Thank you very much!
@foxykc
@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.
@applicationuser9764
@applicationuser9764 Жыл бұрын
Beautifully done as always. Extraordinary work, I think.
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@applicationuser9764
@applicationuser9764 Жыл бұрын
@@ObsoleteOddity thank you!
@paulcarmichael596
@paulcarmichael596 Жыл бұрын
Your videos have really become some of my favorites. I suppose it is your topics you select. They are well made and you can tell you put a lot of time in them.Rebecca was one of my favorite Hitchcock movies.
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
That’s very kind of you my friend, so glad you’re enjoying my content - thank you for reaching out with your positive feedback.
@monagorgan7288
@monagorgan7288 Жыл бұрын
lovely video as always! thank you
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Thank you too!
@jackiedrowley3351
@jackiedrowley3351 Жыл бұрын
That was lovely Oddie the music , the story , and your lovely way of story telling xxx
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
And thank you Jackie for your lovely feedback, much appreciated ☺️
@gnorman8852
@gnorman8852 Жыл бұрын
This was such an intriguing & entertaining way to present the information. Thank you!
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you so much for reaching out with your feedback 😊
@alexhostler3760
@alexhostler3760 Жыл бұрын
Wow! I'm speechless! Great video!!👏👏 Thank you🤗
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@TheChugg11
@TheChugg11 10 ай бұрын
What a haunting biography! Beautifully done, as usual, Oddie.
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity 10 ай бұрын
Many thanks!
@gabriiallek7727
@gabriiallek7727 Жыл бұрын
Another wonderful story by Mr Oddity, loved it =) 🥰
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@tomcaldwell5750
@tomcaldwell5750 Жыл бұрын
Simply amazing! Loved this video. Thank you so much, Oddie.
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Thank you! 😊 Glad you enjoyed the presentation my friend!
@great-grandmakirk8828
@great-grandmakirk8828 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, I had watched the movie years ago. I am now 79 yrs old and still remember the movie fondly. I so enjoy your channel 👏🏼❤️👵🏻🇺🇸
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Very glad you enjoyed it and thank you so much for reaching out with your kind feedback ☺️
@ellennewth6305
@ellennewth6305 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this wonderful biography of Daphne du Maurier! I first read the novel when I was 17 and have loved it ever since. Excellent vlog.
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for reaching out with your positive feedback Ellen.
@angelahartley3212
@angelahartley3212 Жыл бұрын
I so enjoy your KZfaq’s and get blown away every time with your graphics!!!!!
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
I appreciate that, thank you so much!
@alisonancell6047
@alisonancell6047 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely superb presentation Oddy.
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
I’m very glad it was to your liking, thank you so much for your great feedback my friend!
@rosanna5515
@rosanna5515 Жыл бұрын
Magnificently done. Thank you. 🎉
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Many thanks! 😊
@angierucinski5694
@angierucinski5694 Жыл бұрын
Fascinating biography, Thank you Oddie
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Many thanks!
@cherriberri7161
@cherriberri7161 Жыл бұрын
Amazing story so much I didn’t know about Daphne thank you for sharing this story!
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Thank you! 😊 Glad you enjoyed the presentation my friend!
@maggiegarber246
@maggiegarber246 Жыл бұрын
Daddy had some issues!
@artemisnectar7
@artemisnectar7 Жыл бұрын
My word!! What a life😌 fascinating content! So much info👍🏽 cheers 🍻
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@artemisnectar7
@artemisnectar7 Жыл бұрын
@@ObsoleteOddity sure did!! New sub from Harlem,Ny 🥳🍻
@carolmanning8367
@carolmanning8367 Жыл бұрын
Thank you, enjoyed it very much. Great work.
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
I appreciate that, thank you very much.
@victoriahall6795
@victoriahall6795 Жыл бұрын
Wow Oddie, That was wonderful!
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Many thanks - Glad you enjoyed it!
@donnakissinger1694
@donnakissinger1694 Жыл бұрын
Always a delight viewing one of your videos. They are so informative and fascinating. 😊😊
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Thank you! 😊 Glad you enjoyed the presentation my friend!
@amywc5309
@amywc5309 Жыл бұрын
Beautifully done. Thank you.
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Many thanks!
@heatherhartman6474
@heatherhartman6474 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for all the work you put into these videos. It is very much appreciated. 🙏❤ You have THE BEST voice for narrating! 🎉
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for reaching out with your positive feedback, much appreciated 😊🙏
@carolynlanham3170
@carolynlanham3170 Жыл бұрын
Beautifully done, Oddy.
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@LianneMurphy
@LianneMurphy Жыл бұрын
Loved this Oddie thank you so much as always 🙏
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
You are so welcome Lianne
@veessayin2878
@veessayin2878 Жыл бұрын
I think this one is my favorite! Beautifully done.
@ObsoleteOddity
@ObsoleteOddity Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Cheers!
@brendabrooks6731
@brendabrooks6731 Жыл бұрын
Sad story but a good one Thank you Oddity 😊
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