06 Jul

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Review: Mantel Pieces: Royal Bodies and Other Writing from the … As a longtime admirer of Hilary Mantel’s exquisitely crafted narratives, I found myself irresistibly drawn to Mantel Pieces: Royal Bodies and Other Writing from the …. This collection, rich with her reflections on historical figures and societal constructs, felt like a personal invitation to dive deeper into her world—one brimming with intellectual rigor, clever observations, and a touch of delicious mischief. Spanning nearly three decades from 1988 to 2017, Mantel’s essays offer a fascinating lens through which we...

27 Jun

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A Journey Through the Irrealis: Reflecting on André Aciman’s Homo Irrealis: Essays From the moment I heard about André Aciman's latest collection, Homo Irrealis: Essays, I felt that familiar thrill—the one that sparks when a beloved author unveils their thoughts in a new form. Aciman, known for the poignant masterpiece Call Me By Your Name, has a unique ability to tap into the depths of human longing and memory. However, I was curious to see how he would navigate the more cerebral territory of essay writing. This collection, as...

08 Jun

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As I settled into reading The Hard Crowd: Essays 2000-2020 by Rachel Kushner, I was instantly drawn in by the promise of her incisive, yet beautifully restrained prose. As a reader who relishes the craft of writing, I found myself curious about how an author could capture such a broad spectrum of human experiences with clarity and insight. It’s not every day that you stumble upon an essay collection that feels like both a personal memoir and a larger commentary on society. Kushner manages this intriguing balance beautifully. Kushner’s...

03 Jun

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Book Review: Escape into Meaning: Essays on Superman, Public Benches… by Evan Puschak When I first stumbled upon Evan Puschak’s YouTube channel, the Nerdwriter, his analysis of The Prisoner of Azkaban captivated me in much the same way a favorite piece of art does. It was during my college days when the channel was rapidly gaining traction, resonating with countless others eager for deeper insights into the media we consume. Fast forward to now, and I find myself picking up Escape into Meaning, hoping for a continuation of that...