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Mentioned in 21 episodes

All Fours

Book • 2024

Miranda July's "All Fours" is a poignant and unconventional novel that explores themes of aging, mortality, and the complexities of human connection.

The narrative unfolds through the experiences of an unnamed narrator grappling with her changing body and relationships.

July's writing style is characterized by its intimate and often humorous approach to profound subjects.

The book delves into the challenges of intergenerational friendships and the societal obsession with youth.

Ultimately, "All Fours" offers a reflective and empathetic portrayal of the human experience.

Mentioned by

Katie Gatti-Tossan

Jennifer Szalai

Stephen Metcalf

Klaus Brinkbäumer

Mentioned in 21 episodes

Mentioned by Ev Williams as a recently read book he enjoyed.

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Mentioned by

Anna Martin

as a successful novel centering women in their 40s and 50s.

‘Modern Love’: Gen X? More Like Gen Sex.

Mentioned by

Gilbert Cruz

as one of the best fiction books of the year.

The Year in Books

Mentioned by

Esther Perel

as a novel exploring the tension between domesticity and eroticism in modern relationships, particularly for women in their 40s and 50s.

Say More - Miranda July and Esther Perel on The Rebirth of Desire

Mentioned by Brian Lowery as a book about transitions around age.

CM 279: Brian Lowery on Who You Really Are

Mentioned by

Megan Roche

, who recommends it despite it being a soft porno.

244. Why Pressure is Good, The Strange Science of Downhills, Plus Q+A on Ketones, Strides, Weekly Mileage, Anxiety, Going All-In, and More!

Mentioned as the author of the new novel “All Fours,” which one of the speakers recently finished and enjoyed.

Summer Mailbag: The Influence of ‘Lost,’ Prestige TV Fatigue, and Reading Recommendations

Recommended by

Leah Litman

.

Our Favorite Things, 2024

Mentioned by

Henah

who just finished reading it, to which

Katie Gatti-Tossan

responded by talking about Mark Fisher's capitalist realism.

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Recommended by

Laura Battle

as a standout novel about a woman in her 40s who embarks on a road trip.

Books books books! Our top picks from 2024

Mentioned by

Terry Gross

as a novel about a woman's midlife crisis, perimenopause, and an affair.

Miranda July Wants Women To Read Their Inner Lives In 'All Fours'

Mentioned by

Jennifer Szalai

as a book where a woman decides to stop 30 minutes away from her home during a road trip.

It's Still Summer. Let's Talk Road Trip Books.

Mentioned by

Terry Gross

in the introduction, highlighting

Miranda July

’s exploration of perimenopause and a woman's changing life.

Best Of: Comic Ronny Chieng / Writer Miranda July

Mentioned by

Brooke Warner

in the context of discussing autofiction and the blurring lines between fiction and memoir.

Write What You Know, featuring Betsy Lerner

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Recommended by

Zara McDonald

as a quick read about midlife desire.

A recommendation extravaganza!

Mentioned by

Stephen Metcalf

alongside Eat, Pray, Love as examples of a specific genre of books.

Dying for Sex and Living in Malls

Mencionado por

Chico Felitti

como um livro que aborda a temática de reclusão e solidão.

Episódio 4 - Chico e Bia viciados

Many coworkers recommended Miranda July's book, focusing on a woman's journey of self-discovery.

NPR staffers pick their favorite reads of the year

Von

Klaus Brinkbäumer

erwähnt als großartiger Roman über eine Frau, die eine Autofahrt von West nach Ost unternimmt.

Das Ende eines verrückten Wahlkampfes

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