In this episode, we explore the enduring themes of friendship, virtue, and the search for home in Wallace Stegner's Crossing to Safety. Our discussion delves into how the novel's subtlety and depth resonate across different stages of life, revealing universal truths about human relationships. Topics include:

* The Personal and Literary Significance of the Novel

* Themes of Friendship, Virtue, and Safety (and Cicero)

* Stegner’s Literary Style and Understated Writing

* The Significance of the Dinner Party Scene

* and much more!

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Crossing to Safety: Part 1, Chapters 1-5