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Madeleine Thien interviews Eleanor Wachtel on the final Writers & Company episode

Bookends with Mattea Roach

CHAPTER

Nostalgia in an Edwardian House

This chapter reflects on the speaker's childhood memories of growing up in a large Edwardian house filled with warmth and complexity. It highlights the blend of personal and professional life, shaped by parents who were doctors, and the unique features of the home that fostered a vibrant atmosphere. The influence of Oliver Sacks on storytelling and understanding humanity is also explored, emphasizing the need for empathy in perceiving human experiences.

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