17min chapter

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

Bookends with Mattea Roach

CHAPTER

Reflections on Childhood and Literature

This chapter explores the speaker's nostalgic memories of growing up in Montreal with limited access to books, highlighting the formative reading experiences that shaped their literary journey. The conversation delves into the cultural significance of Montreal during their youth, particularly Expo 67, and the impact of scarcity on their desire for literature. Additionally, it reflects on the intricacies of author interviews and the relationship between personal identity and narrative in the context of the speaker's writing.

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