Matthew Waterman answers “What is the best way to read HOL?”

Chad asked this question about House of Leaves:

What is the best way to read HOL?

Matthew Waterman Contextually? I'd suggest reading it once linearly, along with the footnotes on the literal page. Then, if you enjoyed it sufficiently, read AGAIN whi…moreContextually? I'd suggest reading it once linearly, along with the footnotes on the literal page. Then, if you enjoyed it sufficiently, read AGAIN while flipping to the reference material. It truly results in two different novels.

Geographically? His sister, Poe, made a concept album (Haunted) to pair with the novel. IMHO, I'd get about halfway through and then set up a time where you're alone and very cold. Put 'Haunted' on repeat. Get lost in it....(less)

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