Literary It Girls, BookTok And The Complicated History of Men Watching Women Reading

Jun 16, 2024

This podcast explores the rise of Literary It Girls, the BookTok phenomenon, and the historical context of men watching women read. They discuss the changing literary culture, the evolution of book sharing platforms, and the influence of fashion brands on book promotion. The conversation also covers the history of men observing women reading, the gender biases in artistic depictions of reading, and concludes with gratitude and an invitation to visit Cambridge.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Exploring Literary Culture and Branding in the Modern Era

01:37 • 14min

Exploring Comparisons and Practical Side Hustles

16:05 • 2min

Exploring the History and Impact of Men Watching Women Read

17:51 • 10min

Exploring the Representation of Women Reading in Art Compared to Men

28:18 • 2min

Gratitude, Sign-Off, and Encouragement to Visit Cambridge

29:59 • 2min