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Daphne · #51

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Originally Posted by pjalne

They changed the fucking slang!? They still say 'brilliant' don't they? And pictures all but ruin books based on imagination

It's hard to explain, like when Hermione is describing Moaning Myrtle, and she says "it's hard to use the washroom when she's in there" (or something) they changed it to "it's hard to go pee".

Maybe I'm petty, but to me they suck the charm out of it. :/

pjalne · #52

'It's hard to go pee'? That's not only a piss-poor translation (no pun intended), it's a break of character as well.

Esuohlim · #53

Generator86 · #54

I nabbed it Saturday afternoon and finished it about two in the afternoon today. This was easily the most disturbing one yet.

*****NOT EXACTLY A SPOILER BUT STILL*****

The way Azkaban was described was disturbing as hell, what with the vomiting of blood and falling-out eyeballs. My first thought was, "Jesus! Kids'll be having nightmares for days"
And I'm all for that.

Esuohlim · #55

I can imagine what she was thinking when she wrote it.

"Well, I finally grabbed the attention of nearly all of the world's kids, and the parents' protesting the "Satanism" of my books has died down tremendously. Now that the world finally knows the magical universe and whimsical children's fantasy of Harry Potter, I'm going to write the scariest, most fucked up shit to come across my brain and scare those little brats once and for all."

:/

Generator86 · #56

Well, if that's what she was thinking, I'd have to say that she was spot-on in her approach.

AChimp · #57

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'It's hard to go pee'

That would make me think Hermione had a bladder infection or something.

pjalne · #58

Actually, it sounds a whole lot like a quote from a Hentai game.

FS · #59

Now that Rowling has lulled the parents of the world into a sense of sleep, she can finally follow through on her true scheme: convincing all her reading children to make blood sacrifices in the name of Lucifer.

Cap'n Crunch · #60

Someone told me to read the first book once, and I didn't like it, even though I only read half. I don't want to read the other ones either, because I want to believe that I am right about how I don't like them.

I can't even go to the bookstores or the malls anymore to look or get books for a while now, the Harry Potter kids took it over. :/

Daphne · #61

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Originally Posted by Daphne

yeah, I know so many people who say "I read the first 2 and wasn't impressed" but it's when you finish the 3rd that you see how great the first two are, imo.

I'm impressed, Cap'n. I didn't know you could read.

Half the book, Jesus.

kellychaos · #62

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Originally Posted by Generator86

The way Azkaban was described was disturbing as hell, what with the vomiting of blood and falling-out eyeballs. My first thought was, "Jesus! Kids'll be having nightmares for days

Yeah, but not as disturbing as:

YELLOW MATTER CUSTARD DRIPPING FROM A DEAD DOG'S EYE.
CRABALOCKER FISHWIFE, PORNOGRAPHIC PRIESTESS,
BOY, YOU BEEN A NAUGHTY GIRL, YOU LET YOUR KNICKERS DOWN.

Immortal Goat · #63

I am happy to say that I am now over half way through this book and I can safely say that it is my favorite one of the bunch. It is a LOT darker than the first four, and the story takes some very interesting turns. I will not give any spoilers, though. I do NOT like spoilers.

And, NUMBers, you really need to be less abbraisive towards people on matters like this. So what if litle kids dress like Potter? If these books are getting kids to read, then I think it shouldn't matter. My brother refuses to read practically ANYTHING, and I feel sorry for this country if it is going to be headed by a bunch of illiterates in the next 20-30 years.

kellychaos · #64

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Originally Posted by Immortal Goat

. So what if litle kids dress like Potter? If these books are getting kids to read, then I think it shouldn't matter. My brother refuses to read practically ANYTHING, and I feel sorry for this country if it is going to be headed by a bunch of illiterates in the next 20-30 years.

That's exactly the same point I tried to make in defense of giving that subscription of Penthouse to my nephew. It didn't work then and that dog won't hunt here now, mister.

Daphne,

Do publisher's have the right to change her material without her consent? Do you think that maybe she gave some revision rights over under the publishing contract? How does kind of thing happen? Maybe it's overstating the point a bit but, to me, this isn't any different that modifying a painting or a piece of music.

kellychaos · #65

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My statement was a joke. I'm sorry that went over your head. I'll be sure to simplify it just for you next time. Now hurry back to your 4th-grade-reading-level-book...and don't forget your cape...

There's a lot of children's books that are, in some ways, simple enough to be enjoyed by children yet multi-layered with a subtle complexity that can be enoyed and even discussed by adults. The Narnia series by C.S. Lewis is a good example ... the Dr. Seuss children's books provide numerous examples. Do yourself a favor and read something before you comment on it. And if the topic and/or genre doesn't interest you: Shut. the. fuck. up. That is all.

Daphne · #66

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Originally Posted by kellychaos

Daphne,

Do publisher's have the right to change her material without her consent? Do you think that maybe she gave some revision rights over under the publishing contract? How does kind of thing happen? Maybe it's overstating the point a bit but, to me, this isn't any different that modifying a painting or a piece of music.

Um, I don't really get what you're trying to say. Are you saying you think it's alright for people to edit music and paintings?

As for whether or not they are allowed to do it, I have no idea. I assume so, but I'm not a publisher.

kellychaos · #67

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Originally Posted by Daphne

Um, I don't really get what you're trying to say. Are you saying you think it's alright for people to edit music and paintings?

Exactly the opposite, actually. As an analogy, I would consider editing good literature the same as defacing a painting.

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Originally Posted by Daphne

As for whether or not they are allowed to do it, I have no idea. I assume so, but I'm not a publisher.

I was just wondering how many rights they give up when they sign contracts and if it varies from author to author based on fame, prestige, good lawyers, ect. I don't know either. :/

Immortal Goat · #68

Just to keep you guys posted on my progress, I finished the book not twenty minutes before I posted this. It is easily the best, darkest, and most involving story so far.

*SPOILERS*

There is a main character who dies, but it is not Dumbledore, who it was rumored to be. I can say no more on the subject, they are coming for me, I must flee...