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Tropic of Cancer

Book • 1934
Published in 1934, 'Tropic of Cancer' is a novel that blends autobiography and fiction, detailing Henry Miller's experiences as a struggling writer in Paris.

The book is characterized by its stream-of-consciousness style and explicit descriptions of sexual encounters, poverty, and the bohemian lifestyle.

It was initially banned in the US and UK due to its content but later became a significant work in American literature, influencing the development of erotica and modern literary forms.

The novel explores themes of human condition, loneliness, and the decay of civilization, reflecting Miller's unique and often provocative writing style.

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Mentioned in 4 episodes

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David Perell
as an example of an author who expresses intense emotions authentically in his writing.
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Bari Weiss
when discussing the frustration of having a book overdue at the library.
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Henry Zebrowski
in relation to his act of placing copies of the book in local libraries.
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Louis C.K.
as an example of an author who lived a life of experience and wrote a masterpiece.
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Shereen Lani Younes
as a different Henry Miller than the one who is a shill for the payday loan industry.
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James Frey
as a book that inspired him to become a writer.
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Andrew Doyle
in the context of books that faced obscenity trials.
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James Frey
as a book that deeply impacted him and his writing.
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Mentioned when discussing the books Henry Miller put in little private libraries.
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