The History of Literature

349 Kafka's Metamorphosis (with Blume)

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Oct 4, 2021
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ANECDOTE

Meeting at Oktoberfest

  • Jacke Wilson reminisces about meeting Bloome, his long-time friend, 30 years ago at Oktoberfest.
  • Their initial conversation sparked a years-long correspondence, highlighting the unexpected connections literature can forge.
ANECDOTE

Initial Encounter

  • Bloome recounts meeting Jacke at Oktoberfest in 1991, after he approached her and her friend using a phrase from a German phrasebook.
  • This encounter led to a deep discussion about politics and books, marking the start of their pen-palship.
ADVICE

Live Like Your Hair Is on Fire

  • Live with passion and embrace your inner "burning man."
  • Nurture your dreams, even amidst life's demands, as that fire can reignite unexpectedly.
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