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Book Club Picks for September 2024The highlighted books depict complex characters navigating personal and societal challenges, with themes of identity, relationship dynamics, and socio-political issues.
What we're reading: writers and readers on the books they enjoyed in OctoberNew novel 'Missing Person: Alice' by Simon Mason is highly praised for its elegant narrative about an investigator's quest.
What we're reading: writers and readers on the books they enjoyed in DecemberThe concept of pretentiousness is challenged, revealing its classist roots and prompting more precise language for expressing artistic criticism.
Collections of California musings, fictional travels + local eats dominate our fall reading list.The article highlights notable literary publications, including a travel guide exploring literary journeys and a collection celebrating California's rich cultural heritage.
Dorothy Parker and the Art of the Literary TakedownDorothy Parker's humor masks a deep-seated struggle with alcohol, reflecting her complex relationship with literature and the pressures of writing.
Karla's Choice: A John le Carre Novel by Nick Harkaway review the Circus is back in townJohn le Carre's literary legacy continues to thrive with new publications, emphasizing his impact on the spy genre and complex storytelling.
Book Club Picks for September 2024The highlighted books depict complex characters navigating personal and societal challenges, with themes of identity, relationship dynamics, and socio-political issues.
What we're reading: writers and readers on the books they enjoyed in OctoberNew novel 'Missing Person: Alice' by Simon Mason is highly praised for its elegant narrative about an investigator's quest.
What we're reading: writers and readers on the books they enjoyed in DecemberThe concept of pretentiousness is challenged, revealing its classist roots and prompting more precise language for expressing artistic criticism.
Collections of California musings, fictional travels + local eats dominate our fall reading list.The article highlights notable literary publications, including a travel guide exploring literary journeys and a collection celebrating California's rich cultural heritage.
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Book Club Picks for May 2024The reviewer provides detailed insights on various books, highlighting themes, genre, and author reputation.
What we're reading: writers and readers on the books they enjoyed in NovemberBooks offer deep insights into personal and historical narratives, blending fact with fiction.Exploration of women's roles in history reveals significant yet overlooked contributions.
Book Club Picks for May 2024The reviewer provides detailed insights on various books, highlighting themes, genre, and author reputation.
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Go Ahead, Put Down That BookIt's acceptable to not finish books, especially if reading is approached as a leisurely, artistic experience rather than a task.
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The Books The Atlantic Loved-And HatedExploring The Atlantic's historical reviews of classic books, reflecting on the longevity of literary judgments and the evolution of criticism.