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Every book Phillip Lopate recommended on podcasts
Phillip Lopate shares his expert literary perspectives through appearances on The Book Review, where he thoughtfully discusses contemporary American letters, focusing in particular on the art and craft of the personal essay. During his discussion on the podcast, Lopate recommended several striking and notable recent essay collections that have caught his attention in recent years. He highlighted Meghan Daum's powerful collection The Unspeakable, praising its sharp cultural observations and distinct voice. Additionally, he discussed Leslie Jamison's widely acclaimed book The Empathy Exams, noting its significant impact on the genre of narrative non-fiction and personal storytelling. Lopate also enthusiastically recommended Emily Fox Gordon's Book of Days, drawing attention to its wonderful qualities and the depth of its prose. Through these selections, Lopate underscores his deep appreciation for contemporary essayists who successfully blend memoir, criticism, and social commentary into compelling literary works for readers.
Books recommended by Phillip Lopate
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Book of days
Book of Days by Emily Fox Gordon is a reflective work of personal essay and memoir that chronicles the author's intellectual and domestic life with sharp observation.
Recommended“um Emily Fox Gordon had a wonderful book book of days”
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The Empathy Exams Essays
The Empathy Exams Essays by Leslie Jamison is an acclaimed collection of personal essays exploring pain, illness, and human connection.
Recommended“we've had a lot of collections just in the last year a year and a half that have been very striking like Megan D's book the Unspeakable U lesie Jameson's the empathy exams”
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The unspeakable
The Unspeakable by Meghan Daum is a collection of personal essays exploring culture, modern morality, and the uncomfortable truths of daily life.
Recommended“we've had a lot of collections just in the last year a year and a half that have been very striking like Megan D's book the Unspeakable U lesie Jameson's the empathy exams”
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Books Phillip Lopate wrote
Appearances
| Episode | Podcast | Date | Books |
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| Inside The New York Times Book Review: Charles D’Ambrosio’s ‘Loitering’ | The Book Review | 2024-07-18 | 3 |