On Empson by Michael Wood
Michael Wood challenges the idea of a clear divide between pre- and post-theory worlds in literary criticism, suggesting that theory remains relevant. He explores how literary critics like William Empson resist easy categorization...
The Abundance by Annie Dillard
The distinction between fiction and nonfiction is a common one in the literary world. However, this division is somewhat crude and imprecise, especially when considering storytelling in languages other than English, which often...
Norman Mailer: A Double Life by J. Michael Lennon
Here is Jonathan Lethem writing in the Los Angeles Review of Books about Norman Mailer’s influence on twentieth-century culture:
Asked to name an enduring literary figure from postwar fiction, akin to figures like Sherlock...
A Whole World by James Merrill, edited by Langdon Hammer and Stephen Yenser
Upon completing A Whole World: Letters from James Merrill edited by Langdon Hammer and Stephen Yenser, one's emotions lean towards an elegiac tone, not just for the departure of James Merrill, who seems...
On Poetry by Glyn Maxwell
Glyn Maxwell delves into the essence of poetry beyond mere syllable count or definitions. In his work On Poetry, he engages in a lively and personal discussion on the art of crafting poetry,...
I’ll Be Your Mirror: Essays & Aphorisms by David Lazar
David Lazar is recognized for his innovative approach to the essay genre, challenging its conventions and structures. In his latest compilation I’ll Be Your Mirror: Essays & Aphorisms, he showcases a diverse range...
A House of My Own: Stories from My Life by Sandra Cisneros
Sandra Cisneros' latest book, A House of My Own: Stories from My Life, is a reflection on her life journey, drawing parallels to her earlier work, The House on Mango Street. While the...
Saturation Project by Christine Hume
Saturation Project is a memoir in poetic form written by Christine Hume, a renowned author with a notable body of work. The book comprises three interconnected essays: "Atalanta: An Anatomy," "Hum," and "Ventifacts."...
Tomboyland by Melissa Faliveno
The book "Tomboyland" by Melissa Faliveno explores the complex identity of the Midwest, particularly Wisconsin, beyond surface-level stereotypes. Through a series of eight essays, Faliveno intertwines personal experiences, interviews, and research to bring...
A Disappearance in Damascus: Friendship and Survival in the Shadow of War by Deborah...
A Disappearance in Damascus, a compelling book by journalist Deborah Campbell, received several prestigious awards in Canada in 2016. This is Campbell's second book, following her earlier work This HEATED Place: Encounters in...
