
Ep 479 - Giovanni's Room, by James Baldwin
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Giovanni's Room: Introduction and Context
The hosts discuss the book 'Giovanni's Room' by James Baldwin, including the author's background and the context of the novel. They explore Baldwin's religious upbringing, his relationship with Richard Wright, and his time in Paris. They also mention some of Baldwin's other works and touch on the initial rejection of 'Giovanni's Room' by his editor.
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