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Mentioned in 8 episodes
The Art of Memoir
Book • 2015
In 'The Art of Memoir', Mary Karr synthesizes her expertise as a professor, writer, and spiritual seeker to provide a comprehensive guide on the art and mechanics of memoir writing.
The book is anchored by excerpts from her favorite memoirs and anecdotes from fellow writers, offering practical advice on truthfulness, voice, and the structure of memoirs.
Karr emphasizes the importance of honesty, the democratic nature of memoir writing, and the cathartic power of reflecting on the past.
She critiques several influential memoirs, including works by Richard Wright, Vladimir Nabokov, and Maya Angelou, and provides valuable tips for aspiring memoirists on how to stage their stories effectively.
The book is anchored by excerpts from her favorite memoirs and anecdotes from fellow writers, offering practical advice on truthfulness, voice, and the structure of memoirs.
Karr emphasizes the importance of honesty, the democratic nature of memoir writing, and the cathartic power of reflecting on the past.
She critiques several influential memoirs, including works by Richard Wright, Vladimir Nabokov, and Maya Angelou, and provides valuable tips for aspiring memoirists on how to stage their stories effectively.
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Mentioned in 8 episodes
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Tim Ferriss as a book that touches on the allure and danger of fetishizing pain in the creative process.
Tim Ferriss as a book that touches on the allure and danger of fetishizing pain in the creative process.
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Mentioned by Alastair Benn when discussing the importance of deep literacy and access to knowledge across time.
The case for Classics
Speaker recommends reading, even though he prefers another book on the subject.
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