Irina Mashinski

In this lively discussion, Robert Lethbridge, an esteemed scholar on Émile Zola, delves into the author's life and the socio-political climate of 19th-century France that shaped his work. He highlights Zola’s fearless stance in the Dreyfus Affair, directly linking it to themes of justice and determinism. Meanwhile, Irina Mashinski shares her poignant choice for her last book and reflects on the enduring power of poetry. The conversation also touches on Graham Greene's recently uncovered ghost story, exploring supernatural themes intertwined with childhood horror.