Comments on: Influences

By: Anthonyfromderry

Anthonyfromderry — Mon, 24 May 2010 09:17:59 +0000

Hello dear sir,
Well im confused, to see my own voice on a plateform in which a person a such gravity may read envokes embarrassment. This stage forces minds to expand to such a way which inflicts the most intellegent of us to blanknesss, anyway.
Finally I feel have found a spherical ball of mysticism, intrigue, intellect and seamless confusion. You, you seem to be a man were in many can follow, not in a Jesus is here way but rather a man who can influence the people.
Its a well known fact that your intellegent but i saw that “doc” on you and your bi-polar, the name escapes me but i undersatand aspects of it. Rather one the self-hatred, the wishing of expulsion of whos own exsistance. Well im randomly rambling, quess what i want to say is thanks and pose a question.
Are tou sure you would push the button?

Thank you,for if you have read this you will quash self-anilation for only a milisecond.
Bashfully awaiting

By: Darwin Prophet

Darwin Prophet — Sun, 23 May 2010 04:39:10 +0000

I have long stated that Xmas is incomplete without the viewing of the only proper rendition of “A Christmas Carol” with Alistair Sims at the center. It is a relief to know that my eternal love for Fry, Lewis,
Doyle,Wodehouse,Dickens and Wilde have connected on another level. Now to see the Fry rendition of “A Canterville Ghost” should render the wholeness of my yuletide experience to the fullest. Even a reading would suffice, maestro. Or am I negligent in my research into your Wildean forays and hath such a rendering already emerged? I am all for the library of aural catalogs of every writer mentioned being recorded by Master Fry.

By: owenmeany

owenmeany — Wed, 12 May 2010 14:06:24 +0000

Thank you for being an inspiration. The humour, humanity, and humility temper your awe-inspiring talent and intellect, allow us mere mortals to feel connected to your ideas and relate them to our own experience. You make answering the question ‘who would you invite to your dream dinner party?’ easy. Not that anyone’s ever asked me…
Thank you for sharing your light with the world. Your honesty, bravery, resiliance, and curiosity set a fine example.

By: MaxMeldau

MaxMeldau — Tue, 04 May 2010 09:22:45 +0000

It’s quite astonishing to find that I have so many influences in common with Mr Fry (must aquaint myself with C. K. Chesterton). I’m also delighted that someone else is as tickled by Alastair Sim as I am. I suppose it’s something to do with age and cultural background. I’m doing quite well regarding age and the gaping holes in my cultural background are gradually being filled in, though I’m afraid that I will never reach the stratospheric hieghts of Stephen’s erudition.
I wonder if I might suggest Henry Mayhews London Labour and the London Poor Vol. IV Those Who Will Not Work. This is a work that has profoundly influenced me and provides many happy hours of useful and instructive reading.

By: Selous

Selous — Sun, 11 Apr 2010 22:13:30 +0000

Missed the series, but currently reading Last Chance To See; very inspiring. What a wonderful experience it must have been. Having just returned from honeymooon in Kenya, I found the references to the nightmare of travelling to some countries particularly hilarious. Although, to be fair, waiting to clear immigration, in the hell-like furnace of Mombassa airport paled into insignificance compared to waiting for the lone, asthmatic, Chelsea Pensioner to load our luggage onto the carousel at Gatwick, which resulted in us missing our connection to Manchester.

By: jimthevic

jimthevic — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 22:37:02 +0000

“…and Philistia is my footstool”, was always one of my favourite quotes from the Bible, and I loved that you used it for a title. It’s so resonant and yet bizarre!

I recently saw you giving the Widdecombe what for – great telly, and couldn’t think of someone I’ld like to give ‘what for’ to more than her, but couldn’t help thinking that there’s something more to the 10 Commandements than the rantings of a bronze age desert tribe.

I’ld love to see you do a programme where you tour Philistia (or Israel as it’s called these days by some), probably in the black cab, reflecting on just how many people have put their mucky feet up on it and your take on the whole sorry yet vibrant mess it is today.

Carry on, darling!

By: faith

faith — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 21:15:40 +0000

I am in the process of reading ‘Moab is my washpot’. It love it. Because of this book I joined this site. Cannot wait to finish the book. I better get my next book on order quick!

By: AnCBeck23

AnCBeck23 — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 19:46:56 +0000

I know you’ll probably never see this, Mr. Fry, but I am going to write it anyway. I’ve become a big fan of yours over the last several months, and I just finished reading Moab is My Washpot. I say with no exaggeration that it is one of the best books I have ever read. I found it exceptionally clever and eloquent, but at the same time very accessible, something with which I could connect despite the fact that you grew up in a very different time and place from myself. I find your style of writing beautiful and fascinating, and it’s inspired me to continue improving my own writing–a work in progress if ever there was one! I’m really looking forward to reading more of your books and getting to see more of your TV and film work–doing so can be tricky here in the U.S. But from what I’ve seen already, thank you for making me laugh and making me think. I definitely see why so many of the British people consider you their “national treasure.” Much love to you!

By: Author61

Author61 — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 19:42:11 +0000

Enormous “Kingdom” fan and am delighted to see such a well-defined cast of talented actors working with you. This show is a joy to watch and I eagerly anticipate the new season. It’s shown here in the States on PBS. What I want to know is if the constables take Simon’s duffel bag with them or is it left in the office? I know, I’ll have to wait for next season!! (And yes, I know, we are a bit behind on our seasons over here.)

Thank you for giving us such wonderful entertainment in comedy, drama and documentary. Would like to hear more about conservancy directives for the Norfolk wetlands and your work in Britain. In short, Stephen – YOU ROCK!!!

By: fryfannumber1

fryfannumber1 — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 15:04:01 +0000

I feel slightly like i’m in the wrong crowd with all these very intelligent commenters, but nevertheless i must write to say that i am currently reading and enjoying greatly your book ‘The Liar’. I am not sure this is the right comment section for such praise but i need to tell you that i am only 14 and i have been greatly influenced by you and your personality Fry. My mum thinks it is strange but i worship you and i have not been a fan for very long in honesty.

P.S You are my role model and i aim to be at least a slither like you, i can only hope. Thanks for being great ~Nathan