Boris Kachka, a senior editor at The Atlantic, shares his favorites in culture and entertainment, highlighting his current enjoyment of Severance and a lifelong admiration for Thomas Pynchon. He reflects on the evolution of Severance, drawing parallels to The Leftovers, and expresses excitement for the show's complex storytelling. Kachka's literary journey began with Pynchon's V., which profoundly affected his reading habits. His thoughts provide a glimpse into the works that inspire him and shape his understanding of narrative and creativity.
The television show I'm most enjoying right now: It might be basic to name Severance, but the show does push some specific buttons for me.
It sounds pretentious to pick Thomas Pynchon, but hear me out. V. was the first adult novel I ever read, after I plucked it at random at age 14.
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