Why people recommend it
Bento's Sketchbook by John Berger is a reflective and philosophical work blending prose, drawing, and meditations on perception, inspired by the seventeenth-century lens grinder and philosopher Baruch Spinoza. On the podcast The Book Review in an episode titled Power and Punishment, released on July 18, 2024, Parl Seel discussed the publication. During the conversation, Parl Seel recommended and discussed reading John Berger's book, making a humorous confession in the process. He admitted that the publication was a work he had actually pretended to have read for many years before finally diving into it. His remarks provided a relatable perspective on engaging with challenging or prestigious literature, encouraging readers to eventually tackle the influential texts they might have previously sidestepped. Through this discussion, the podcast highlighted the enduring curiosity and aesthetic depth that characterize John Berger's unique approach to art, philosophy, and the act of looking closely at the surrounding world.
Who recommended it
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Parl Seel — 1 mention
“I am reading this week Bento Sketchbook by John Burger a book that I have pretended to have read for many years”