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Sandra Newman on her Retelling of 1984

Significant Others

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Exploring Feminist Perspective in Retelling 1984

The chapter delves into the feminist lens through which a retelling of 1984 is viewed, highlighting the shift in narrative to a woman's point of view. The conversation examines the challenges and freedoms of adapting the classic novel, focusing on filling in gaps in the original story, especially regarding the character of Julia. The speakers discuss the experience of working with another author's material and reflect on the balance between personal artistic projects and external expectations.

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