Revolutionary Road.

I’m so glad I’ve been reading so much again lately.

Revolutionary Road is such a great book, I’d recommend it to anyone who appreciates good literature. Admittedly it’s a pretty tough read throughout (coupled with the recent film I have yet to see, which Nathan tells me plays out like a 2 hour domestic), I don’t think I’ve read such a grim or sad ending to a book ever, it’s as tragic as any of Shakespeare’s work…

This book looks at a young married couple in post-war suburban America and tells the story of their fiery relationsip and disillusionment with their dreary lives whilst covering themes such as ‘the american dream’, love, family, relationships, betrayal and mental illness to name but a few.

If ever I needed more validation that relationships really are more hassle than they’re worth, this book is it. That’s my outlook on that area for the foreseeable future anyway.

I’ve also found a new favourite radio station whilst carrying out some uni work. It’s a tiny little alternative college radio station from Boston. I’ve loved every single song I’ve heard so far which is a very rare thing for me. Apart from the likes of Bon Iver and Grizzly Bear, I haven’t known a single artist or song- this is also good. I like having it in the background as the songs are very un-intrusive and I love the American accents from the ‘Daria’(remember her?) type awkward alternative student DJ’s.

You can stream it here: http://www.wzbc.org/