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Mary Wollstonecraft's life embodies the conflict between personal choices and feminist principles, particularly illustrated by her marriage to William Godwin.

Writing

fromSlate Magazine

2 weeks ago

How This NYT Writer Accidentally Became America's Most Prominent Poetry Critic

A.O. Scott brings a fresh critical eye to poetry, making it accessible and exciting for broader audiences.

Humor

fromThe New Yorker

2 days ago

The Impossible Contradictions of Mark Twain

Mark Twain's characters reflect the complexities and tensions of American identity.

fromThe Walrus

4 months ago

Writing

Are Millennials Ruining Divorce, Too? | The Walrus

Mary Wollstonecraft's life embodies the conflict between personal choices and feminist principles, particularly illustrated by her marriage to William Godwin.

more#cultural-commentary

fromThe Washington Post

6 days ago

London politics

Shakespeare may not have been a remote husband, new study finds

William Shakespeare may not have been distant from his wife Anne Hathaway, suggesting a more involved relationship during his time in London.

Djuna Barnes's Playthings

Djuna Barnes's short stories offer a stark contrast to her celebrated novels, showcasing a different, more mechanical narrative style.

fromwww.npr.org

1 week ago

Writing

This new story collection is marvelous if a bit meandering

Millet's 'Atavists' presents interrelated stories that explore complex themes among a recurring cast, showcasing her sharp prose and storytelling ability.

fromwww.theguardian.com

8 months ago

Writing

The Last Dream by Pedro Almodovar review fantastical fictions and candid personal curios

Almodovar's 'The Last Dream' is a diverse collection that intertwines fictional narratives and personal essays, reflecting his unique storytelling style.

Writing

fromThe Nation

2 months ago

Djuna Barnes's Playthings

Djuna Barnes's short stories offer a stark contrast to her celebrated novels, showcasing a different, more mechanical narrative style.

fromwww.npr.org

1 week ago

Writing

This new story collection is marvelous if a bit meandering

Millet's 'Atavists' presents interrelated stories that explore complex themes among a recurring cast, showcasing her sharp prose and storytelling ability.

fromwww.theguardian.com

8 months ago

Writing

The Last Dream by Pedro Almodovar review fantastical fictions and candid personal curios

Almodovar's 'The Last Dream' is a diverse collection that intertwines fictional narratives and personal essays, reflecting his unique storytelling style.

New Medieval Books: Historians on Robin Hood - Medievalists.net

The book analyzes Robin Hood's legend, its origins, societal context, and impact on medieval culture through 16 scholarly essays.

fromOpen Culture

3 weeks ago

Chicago

Dante's Inferno: A Visitor's Guide to Hell

Dante's depiction of Hell significantly shaped cultural perceptions of sin and punishment over the centuries.

When Robert Frost Was Bad

Even renowned poets like Robert Frost wrote poor poetry early in their careers.

Bad poetry can persist and be significant in the literary landscape, even if initially dismissed.

fromenglish.elpais.com

3 weeks ago

New York Yankees

The American cultural boom a century on: Hemingway, Fitzgerald, Dos Passos and Louis Armstrong

George Steiner discusses 19th-century literary saturation and the emergence of American literature as a new universal force after Poe's death.

Books

fromThe Atlantic

2 months ago

When Robert Frost Was Bad

Even renowned poets like Robert Frost wrote poor poetry early in their careers.

Bad poetry can persist and be significant in the literary landscape, even if initially dismissed.

fromenglish.elpais.com

3 weeks ago

New York Yankees

The American cultural boom a century on: Hemingway, Fitzgerald, Dos Passos and Louis Armstrong

George Steiner discusses 19th-century literary saturation and the emergence of American literature as a new universal force after Poe's death.

more#american-literature

Food & drink

fromwww.theguardian.com

4 weeks ago

Gatsby by Jane Crowther; The Gatsby Gambit by Claire Anderson-Wheeler Jay's eternal hold

The Great Gatsby was initially regarded as a failure but has become a significant cultural work highlighting themes of wealth and social class.

#poetry

fromWorld History Encyclopedia

1 month ago

History

8 Sonnets and Songs by William Shakespeare

Shakespeare's poetry, particularly his sonnets, gained prominence after he became a successful playwright, despite their initial decline in popularity.

fromwww.theguardian.com

7 months ago

Writing

Poem of the week: Good-bye by Walter de la Mare

De la Mare's poetry explores themes of mortality and farewell, revealing deeper meanings in seemingly simple expressions of parting.

fromThe Paris Review

11 months ago

Writing

Alice Notley's Prophecies - The Paris Review

Alice Notley's poem 'The Prophet' challenges conventional notions of prophecy and spirituality.

fromHarvard Gazette

8 months ago

OMG science

Where sights and sounds of modern poetry are - Harvard Gazette

The poem explores themes of time, identity, and existential indecision through vivid imagery and reflective questioning.

fromWorld History Encyclopedia

1 month ago

History

8 Sonnets and Songs by William Shakespeare

Shakespeare's poetry, particularly his sonnets, gained prominence after he became a successful playwright, despite their initial decline in popularity.

fromwww.theguardian.com

7 months ago

Writing

Poem of the week: Good-bye by Walter de la Mare

De la Mare's poetry explores themes of mortality and farewell, revealing deeper meanings in seemingly simple expressions of parting.

fromThe Paris Review

11 months ago

Writing

Alice Notley's Prophecies - The Paris Review

Alice Notley's poem 'The Prophet' challenges conventional notions of prophecy and spirituality.

fromHarvard Gazette

8 months ago

OMG science

Where sights and sounds of modern poetry are - Harvard Gazette

The poem explores themes of time, identity, and existential indecision through vivid imagery and reflective questioning.

An All-Female Society, Pushed to Extremes

Agustina Bazterrica's "The Unworthy" presents a complex view of women's communities, illustrating themes of hierarchies, survival, and the nuanced relationships among women.

Writing

fromDefector

2 months ago

Octavia E. Butler's 'Parable Of The Sower' Confronts What Comes After The End | Defector

Parable of the Sower is a deeply unsettling yet prescient exploration of societal decline, resonating strongly with contemporary realities.

fromMedium

2 months ago

Writing

The machine stops

The Machine Stops serves as a cautionary tale reflecting contemporary concerns about technology's impact on human life.

fromVulture

3 months ago

Miscellaneous

The 15 Best Dr. Watsons, Ranked

Sherlock Holmes is incomprehensible without Dr. John Watson, who enriches the narrative and emotional layers of their stories.

Writing

fromThe Nation

3 months ago

Caroline Blackwood's Graceful Nightmares

Lady Caroline Blackwood explores themes of maternal trauma and familial curses through her writing, particularly in her debut novel 'The Stepdaughter.'

fromThe New Yorker

3 months ago

Writing

Garth Risk Hallberg's Essential Joyce Carol Oates

Garth Risk Hallberg expresses admiration for Joyce Carol Oates's diverse literary contributions, revealing his profound engagement with her storytelling.

Writing

fromThe Atlantic

3 months ago

A Hole Made More Obvious by What Surrounds It

Lily Tuck transforms from novelist to prosecutor in her quest to resurrect Holocaust victims through fiction.

Writing

fromThe New Yorker

3 months ago

Why Zora Neale Hurston Was Obsessed with the Jews

Zora Neale Hurston's unpublished novel reflects her complex view on civil rights through her admiration for Jewish resilience and contributions to liberty.

#literature

Writing

fromwww.berkeleyside.org

5 months ago

Remembering Sandra Gilbert, poet, critic, feminist, teacher

Sandra M. Gilbert was a pioneering feminist literary critic whose work profoundly influenced the field and inspired generations of writers and scholars.

fromwww.theguardian.com

4 months ago

Writing

Morning and Evening by Jon Fosse review what happens when we die

Exploring death through literature reveals profound insights into the experiences of those who are dying, highlighting their emotional and existential struggles.

Writing

fromwww.berkeleyside.org

5 months ago

Remembering Sandra Gilbert, poet, critic, feminist, teacher

Sandra M. Gilbert was a pioneering feminist literary critic whose work profoundly influenced the field and inspired generations of writers and scholars.

fromwww.theguardian.com

4 months ago

Writing

Morning and Evening by Jon Fosse review what happens when we die

Exploring death through literature reveals profound insights into the experiences of those who are dying, highlighting their emotional and existential struggles.

more#literature

fromThe Atlantic

4 months ago

Writing

Don't Google These Six Books Before You Read Them

Reading a book without prior knowledge enhances the experience and discovery.

Certain books are best experienced with no prior information about them.

fromAnOther

4 months ago

Writing

A Definitive Guide to the Work of William S Burroughs' on Screen

William S. Burroughs' adaptation of 'Queer' explores themes of lust and control through a psychedelic lens, grounded in his complex literary style.

fromThe New Yorker

4 months ago

Writing

Paul Valery Would Prefer Not To

Modernist writing often reflects new technologies and experiences, contrasting sharply with Valéry's focus on nature and simplicity.

fromtime.com

5 months ago

Writing

Slaveroad

John Edgar Wideman's 'Slaveroad' blends autobiography with history to explore the lasting impact of slavery on African American identity.

History

fromMedievalists.net

5 months ago

Dante's Hidden Trauma: How War Shaped The Divine Comedy - Medievalists.net

Dante's journey through Hell reflects trauma from his military experiences and personal losses, influencing the themes of The Divine Comedy.

fromNytimes

6 months ago

Books

Joan Didion Remains as Elusive as Ever. These Books Want to Fix That.

Joan Didion continues to fascinate readers and writers alike, inspiring multiple books and deep analysis since her passing in 2021.

fromDatebook | San Francisco Arts & Entertainment Guide

6 months ago

Writing

Novelist Chuck Palahniuk would like to live in 'Tales of the City'

Chuck Palahniuk and Ray Bradbury both excel in the fix-up novel format, utilizing it to create cohesive narratives from short stories.

fromwww.theguardian.com

7 months ago

Writing

Each of the six Booker novels does something unique

The judging process of the Booker Prize highlights unique narratives and the immense challenge of selecting a winner from exceptional works.

fromRoger Ebert

7 months ago

Writing

Book Excerpt: LOST: Back to the Island: The Complete Critical Companion to The Classic TV Series by Emily St. James & Noel Murray | Features | Roger Ebert

Bad Twin, by Gary Troup, greatly impacted the Lost fandom by exploring themes of duality relevant to the show's central conflicts.

fromVulture

7 months ago

Writing

My Brilliant Friend Season-Premiere Recap: Sacrifices

The Neapolitan Quartet examines female friendship and identity through the lens of societal expectations and personal liberation.

fromSlate Magazine

7 months ago

The Midnight Library Has Sold 10 Million Copies. What Do Readers See in It?

The Midnight Library uniquely blends themes of grief and hope, promoting therapeutic insights that resonate with readers facing their own challenges.

Writing

#emotional-depth

fromKqed

10 months ago

Writing

NPR Staffers Pick Their Favorite Fiction Reads of 2024

Books with complex layers and emotional depth appeal to readers by blending humor with sensitive narratives.

fromwww.theguardian.com

7 months ago

Privacy professionals

What we're reading: writers and readers on the books they enjoyed in August

Tender Is the Flesh breaks conventions by exploring human slaughter in a dystopian narrative, revitalizing literary engagement with bold drama.

fromKqed

10 months ago

Writing

NPR Staffers Pick Their Favorite Fiction Reads of 2024

Books with complex layers and emotional depth appeal to readers by blending humor with sensitive narratives.

fromwww.theguardian.com

7 months ago

Privacy professionals

What we're reading: writers and readers on the books they enjoyed in August

Tender Is the Flesh breaks conventions by exploring human slaughter in a dystopian narrative, revitalizing literary engagement with bold drama.

more#emotional-depth

fromDefector

8 months ago

Writing

Kazuo Ishiguro Is A Repetitive Genius | Defector

Ishiguro may write in similar veins but executes storytelling exceptionally well.

fromenglish.elpais.com

10 months ago

Writing

Elizabeth Horan, literary scholar: Gabriela Mistral is as important for Latin America as Bolivar, Marti, or Mariategui'

Elizabeth Horan portrays Gabriela Mistral's life in her book Mistral: A Life.

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'I'm Looking for Someone to Fight, Not Someone to Run Over With My Car'

How This NYT Writer Accidentally Became America's Most Prominent Poetry Critic

The Impossible Contradictions of Mark Twain

Are Millennials Ruining Divorce, Too? | The Walrus

How This NYT Writer Accidentally Became America's Most Prominent Poetry Critic

The Impossible Contradictions of Mark Twain

Are Millennials Ruining Divorce, Too? | The Walrus

Shakespeare may not have been a remote husband, new study finds

Djuna Barnes's Playthings

This new story collection is marvelous if a bit meandering

The Last Dream by Pedro Almodovar review fantastical fictions and candid personal curios

Djuna Barnes's Playthings

This new story collection is marvelous if a bit meandering

The Last Dream by Pedro Almodovar review fantastical fictions and candid personal curios

New Medieval Books: Historians on Robin Hood - Medievalists.net

Dante's Inferno: A Visitor's Guide to Hell

When Robert Frost Was Bad

The American cultural boom a century on: Hemingway, Fitzgerald, Dos Passos and Louis Armstrong

When Robert Frost Was Bad

The American cultural boom a century on: Hemingway, Fitzgerald, Dos Passos and Louis Armstrong

Gatsby by Jane Crowther; The Gatsby Gambit by Claire Anderson-Wheeler Jay's eternal hold

8 Sonnets and Songs by William Shakespeare

Poem of the week: Good-bye by Walter de la Mare

Alice Notley's Prophecies - The Paris Review

Where sights and sounds of modern poetry are - Harvard Gazette

8 Sonnets and Songs by William Shakespeare

Poem of the week: Good-bye by Walter de la Mare

Alice Notley's Prophecies - The Paris Review

Where sights and sounds of modern poetry are - Harvard Gazette

An All-Female Society, Pushed to Extremes

Octavia E. Butler's 'Parable Of The Sower' Confronts What Comes After The End | Defector

The machine stops

The 15 Best Dr. Watsons, Ranked

Caroline Blackwood's Graceful Nightmares

Garth Risk Hallberg's Essential Joyce Carol Oates

A Hole Made More Obvious by What Surrounds It

Why Zora Neale Hurston Was Obsessed with the Jews

Remembering Sandra Gilbert, poet, critic, feminist, teacher

Morning and Evening by Jon Fosse review what happens when we die

Remembering Sandra Gilbert, poet, critic, feminist, teacher

Morning and Evening by Jon Fosse review what happens when we die

Don't Google These Six Books Before You Read Them

A Definitive Guide to the Work of William S Burroughs' on Screen

Paul Valery Would Prefer Not To

Slaveroad

Dante's Hidden Trauma: How War Shaped The Divine Comedy - Medievalists.net

Joan Didion Remains as Elusive as Ever. These Books Want to Fix That.

Novelist Chuck Palahniuk would like to live in 'Tales of the City'

Each of the six Booker novels does something unique

Book Excerpt: LOST: Back to the Island: The Complete Critical Companion to The Classic TV Series by Emily St. James & Noel Murray | Features | Roger Ebert

My Brilliant Friend Season-Premiere Recap: Sacrifices

The Midnight Library Has Sold 10 Million Copies. What Do Readers See in It?

NPR Staffers Pick Their Favorite Fiction Reads of 2024

What we're reading: writers and readers on the books they enjoyed in August

NPR Staffers Pick Their Favorite Fiction Reads of 2024

What we're reading: writers and readers on the books they enjoyed in August

Kazuo Ishiguro Is A Repetitive Genius | Defector

Elizabeth Horan, literary scholar: Gabriela Mistral is as important for Latin America as Bolivar, Marti, or Mariategui'

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