Andrea Robin Skinner shocked Canadians with revelations that Munro's second husband sexually abused her, raising debate on separating the artist's actions from their work.
Revelations of Munro's husband's abuse have led to the reassessment of Munro's legacy, with discussions in academia and among Canadians on the relationship between the artist and their art.
Marsha Lederman described the revelations as a 'swirling betrayal' prompting a need for a reevaluation of Munro's reputation, while Stephen Marche likened the impact of the news to being repeatedly punched in the solar plexus.
Ellyn Winters expressed admiration for Munro's work in capturing Canadian life but noted the tarnishing of her reputation due to recent events, highlighting the complexity of reconciling an artist's flaws with their art.
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