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Episode 251: Why Literature Still Matters with Dr. Jason Baxter
The Literary Life Podcast
The Superficiality of Social Media and the Quest for Depth
This chapter delves into the superficiality of modern life shaped by social media culture, emphasizing a visit to a staged bookstore. The conversation contrasts the search for validation through curated images with the genuine depth offered by literature and poetry, highlighting a collective yearning for authenticity amidst the challenges of the attention economy.
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