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Mentioned in 3 episodes
Levels of the Game
Book • 1969
Levels of the Game is a fascinating exploration of tennis as a sport and a metaphor for life.
The book delves into the lives and mindsets of two professional tennis players, Arthur Ashe and Clark Graebner, as they face off in a semifinal match at the 1968 US Open.
Through meticulous analysis and engaging storytelling, McPhee offers profound insights into the human condition and the psychological aspects of competitive sports.
The book delves into the lives and mindsets of two professional tennis players, Arthur Ashe and Clark Graebner, as they face off in a semifinal match at the 1968 US Open.
Through meticulous analysis and engaging storytelling, McPhee offers profound insights into the human condition and the psychological aspects of competitive sports.
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Cal Newport as a brilliant example of using sophisticated structure to generate insight in nonfiction.
Cal Newport as a brilliant example of using sophisticated structure to generate insight in nonfiction.
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Ep. 250: In Defense of Thinking
Mentioned by Noel Rubinton as the subject of McPhee's book "Levels of the Game", showcasing McPhee's unique narrative structure.
Noel Rubinton, "Looking for a Story: A Complete Guide to the Writings of John McPhee" (Princeton UP, 2025)
