Essayism
Book • 2017
"Essayism" explores the essay form through a blend of personal narrative and critical analysis.
Dillon reflects on his reading experiences and the nature of style in essays, revealing a tension between admiration for finished, polished prose and a desire for art that collapses under its own weight.
The book delves into themes of attention, admiration, and the complexities of artistic expression.
Dillon combines memoir-like fragments with observations on the essay, style, and influence.
Dillon reflects on his reading experiences and the nature of style in essays, revealing a tension between admiration for finished, polished prose and a desire for art that collapses under its own weight.
The book delves into themes of attention, admiration, and the complexities of artistic expression.
Dillon combines memoir-like fragments with observations on the essay, style, and influence.
