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Mentioned in 14 episodes
Lincoln in the Bardo
Book • 2017
The novel is set in 1862 during the American Civil War and revolves around the death of Willie Lincoln, the 11-year-old son of President Abraham Lincoln.
After Willie's death from typhoid fever, his spirit finds itself in a limbo known as the bardo, a concept borrowed from Tibetan Buddhism.
Here, he encounters a diverse group of ghosts who are also trapped between the world of the living and the afterlife.
The story delves into themes of grief, both personal and national, as Lincoln grapples with the loss of his son amidst the broader context of the Civil War. The novel is characterized by its unique narrative style, which includes a multitude of voices and historical quotes, and its exploration of the human experience of suffering and love.
After Willie's death from typhoid fever, his spirit finds itself in a limbo known as the bardo, a concept borrowed from Tibetan Buddhism.
Here, he encounters a diverse group of ghosts who are also trapped between the world of the living and the afterlife.
The story delves into themes of grief, both personal and national, as Lincoln grapples with the loss of his son amidst the broader context of the Civil War. The novel is characterized by its unique narrative style, which includes a multitude of voices and historical quotes, and its exploration of the human experience of suffering and love.
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Mentioned in 14 episodes
Gilbert Cruz 's favorite book from the 21st-century list, praised for its moving and imaginative portrayal of Abraham Lincoln visiting his son's grave.
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Suleika Jaouad 's book, focusing on empathy.
Dan Harris as a journaling prompt contributor to Suleika Jaouad 's book, focusing on empathy.
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Eric Zimmer in the context of a previous discussion about the author's book on Russian literature.
Eric Zimmer in the context of a previous discussion about the author's book on Russian literature.
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