05 Jun

Blank: A Misguided Statement on Literature When I first stumbled upon Zibby Owens' Blank, I was intrigued by the concept of a book that questions the very fabric of the publishing industry. A blank book as a statement piece—could it be a bold critique of commercialization in literature, or merely an evasion of responsibility? As someone who firmly believes in the transformative power of storytelling, I was eager (almost hopeful) to dive into what promised to be a raw, self-reflective exploration. Unfortunately, I was met with a narrative that...

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05 Jun

Embracing the Contradictions: A Journey Through Ron Chernow's Mark Twain From the moment I first encountered Mark Twain's words as a young reader, I was captivated. His blend of humor, wit, and poignant insight spoke to me, knitting a tapestry of life that seemed both timeless and uniquely American. With Ron Chernow's recent biography, Mark Twain, I found an opportunity not just to explore the man behind the stories but to dive deep into the intricate layers of his life. Chernow has crafted a portrait that is as engaging...

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05 Jun

Book Review: How to Win an Information War: The Propagandist Who Outwitted Hitler by Peter Pomerantsev When I stumbled upon How to Win an Information War, I felt an immediate tug of curiosity; how could the historical tales of British anti-Nazi propaganda resonate with the current conflict in Ukraine? Peter Pomerantsev, a writer whose previous work, Nothing is True and Everything is Possible, had already captivated me with his piercing insights into Putin’s Russia, was poised to weave past and present together in a way that could illuminate our...

05:04 / Reviews
04 Jun

Finding Sanity in Division: A Review of Elif Shafak's How to Stay Sane in an Age of Division Elif Shafak has long fascinated me with her ability to weave rich narratives that explore the intricacies of culture and humanity. When I stumbled upon her latest work, How to Stay Sane in an Age of Division, the title alone piqued my interest. In today's world, where division seems to be the norm, I was eager to see how Shafak would address this complex issue. However, I found myself grappling with...

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