Arnold Weinstein

Arnold Weinstein, Professor Emeritus of Comparative Literature at Brown University and author, shares his insights on how literature deepens our self-understanding and empathy. He discusses how reading engages the body and emotions in ways other art forms do not. Arnold also explores the transformative power of discomfort in literature, emphasizing its role in introspection. The conversation highlights literature's enduring relevance and its ability to reveal the complexities of human identity, challenging the undervaluation of literary studies in academic environments.