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Ep 371: Ram Guha Writes a Letter to a Friend

The Seen and the Unseen - hosted by Amit Varma

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The Impact of Mentorship on Writing and Intellectual Development

This chapter explores how mentorship can shape one's writing style and intellectual growth, focusing on the evolution of the speaker's work under a guiding editor's influence. It discusses the balance between receiving guidance and maintaining creative freedom, highlighting the editor's role in encouraging the speaker to explore challenging topics and genres. Additionally, the chapter reflects on the qualities of a good editor and the profound impact mentorship can have on a writer's confidence and ability to navigate different literary fields.

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