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True grit

Book • 1968

Set in the Old West of 1870s Arkansas and the Indian Territory, 'True Grit' tells the story of Mattie Ross, a determined and independent 14-year-old girl who seeks to avenge her father's murder.

With the help of Marshal Reuben J. 'Rooster' Cogburn and a Texas Ranger named LaBoeuf, Mattie embarks on a perilous journey to capture the killer, Tom Chaney.

The novel explores themes of justice, vengeance, sacrifice, perseverance, and redemption, and is known for its vivid characters and its blend of humor, adventure, and historical context.

Mentioned by

Karina Longworth

Mallory O'Meara

Mentioned in 14 episodes

Mentioned by

Chris Do

in the context of books about perseverance.

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Mentioned at the beginning of a song performed by Ben, which makes a reference to Greek American actors in the movie.

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Mentioned by

Ethan Hawke

as a reference point when thinking about getting older and continuing to work as an actor.

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Mentioned by

Sasha Pfeiffer

as a classic book to be discussed on the Books We've Loved segment.

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Mentioned by

Karina Longworth

when discussing Charles Portis's work.

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Recommended by

Austin Kleon

as a book he always enjoys reading.

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Mentioned by

Kevin Wilson

as the inspiration for the character of Mad in "Run for the Hills."

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Mentioned as the focus of the episode and the Coen brothers' attempt to cash their post-Oscar blank check.

True Grit with Stavros Halkias

Mentioned by

Mark Levy

as the book that Charles Portis is well known for writing.

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Mentioned as part of NPR's "Books We've Loved" series, specifically discussed by Michelle Martin from Morning Edition.

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Mentioned by

Louis Theroux

as Charles Portis' best known novel.

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Mentioned by

Leon Neyfakh

as something the baby in a tabloid said.

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Mentioned by

Mallory O'Meara

as a Western classic that she loves.

Ep 111 - Dusty, Sweaty Westerns and Del Howison!

Dalton Hatch

mentions it is one of his favorite movies and he has it tattooed on his knuckles.

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Mentioned by

Andrew Klavan

as a movie based on a novel.

The Greatest Westerns of All Time RANKED

Mentioned by

Kevin Wilson

as one of his favorite female characters from books.

Read This: Kevin Wilson Is Wonderfully Weird

Mentioned by

Jeff Durbin

as one of his favorite movies, and he watched the John Wayne version with his kids.

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Mentioned by

Nick Calver

as one of the books written by Dr. Paul Stoltz.

Shifting From Career Mode to Coaching Mode with Nick Calver, VP at Palo Alto Networks

Mentioned as the main topic of discussion in the podcast episode.

Revisiting Charles Portis’ True Grit

Mentioned by

Traci Thomas

as a surprisingly fun read; a classic novel about a teenage girl seeking revenge.

Quick Reading Hacks + Book Recommendations (with Traci Thomas)

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