#33460
Mentioned in 1 episodes
The Anatomy Lesson
Book • 1996
In 'The Anatomy Lesson', Philip Roth continues the story of Nathan Zuckerman, a character introduced in earlier novels.
Zuckerman, now in his 40s, is plagued by an undiagnosable pain that has halted his writing career.
He reflects on his failed marriages, his complicated relationships with family members, and the criticism he received for his novel 'Carnovsky', which was perceived as hostile to American Judaism.
In a desperate attempt to find a new purpose, Zuckerman decides to enroll in medical school at the University of Chicago.
The novel explores themes of identity, mortality, and the complexities of the writing life, all while maintaining Roth's characteristic wit and introspection.
Zuckerman, now in his 40s, is plagued by an undiagnosable pain that has halted his writing career.
He reflects on his failed marriages, his complicated relationships with family members, and the criticism he received for his novel 'Carnovsky', which was perceived as hostile to American Judaism.
In a desperate attempt to find a new purpose, Zuckerman decides to enroll in medical school at the University of Chicago.
The novel explores themes of identity, mortality, and the complexities of the writing life, all while maintaining Roth's characteristic wit and introspection.
Mentioned by
Mentioned in 1 episodes
Mentioned by Nick in relation to the theme of physical pain as an antidote to mental anguish.
13 snips
85 - Franz Kafka's Short Stories (The Judgment, A Country Doctor, In the Penal Colony)
