Monika Greenleaf

Monika Greenleaf, an Associate Professor of Slavic Studies and Literature at Stanford, dives deep into the complexities of Nabokov's works. She discusses the lasting impact of 'Lolita' and its reflections on American youth. Greenleaf explores Nabokov's escape from Nazi Europe and his unique voice in literature. The conversation highlights his critiques of Darwinism, the boundaries of satire, and the cultural controversies surrounding his writings, particularly in the context of shifting interpretations of relationships across generations.