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Novelist Ann Patchett Rereads 'Bel Canto' in New Annotated Edition

Nov 22, 2024
In this engaging discussion, Ann Patchett, award-winning author of 'Commonwealth' and the beloved 'Bel Canto,' shares her journey revisiting her iconic novel. She reflects on the growth in her understanding of opera since its initial release and discusses the dual emotions of admiration and critique as she adds her annotations. Patchett explores how time and personal experiences can shift perspectives on familiar stories, revealing the emotional depth and complexity of her narrative as it relates to contemporary issues.
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