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Wendy Lesser Book order
Wendy Lesser is a distinguished critic, novelist, and editor whose work offers profound insights into literature and society. She brings a unique perspective to literary criticism, and her fiction often delves into the complexities of human relationships and the inner lives of characters. Her writing is celebrated for its intellectual depth and elegant style, making her a significant voice in contemporary letters.
- 2020
- 2018
Jerome Robbins
- 200 pages
- 7 hours of reading
A lively and inspired biography celebrating the centennial of this master choreographer, dancer, and stage director
- 2017
You Say to Brick
- 416 pages
- 15 hours of reading
The first biography of the iconic American architect that delves fully into his life and work.
- 2015
Why I Read
- 236 pages
- 9 hours of reading
Engaging and thought-provoking, this book offers a delightful exploration of the joys of reading through the lens of a passionate and articulate narrator. It invites readers to join a vibrant conversation about beloved books, making it feel like a personal book club experience. The author's insights and opinions create a rich dialogue that celebrates literature and encourages deeper appreciation for the written word.
- 2012
Music for Silenced Voices
- 368 pages
- 13 hours of reading
Leads the reader through the personal, political, and professional events that shaped the music composer Dmitri Shostakovich's singular, emblematic twentieth-century life.
- 2008
Exploring themes of doubt and introspection, the narrative intertwines Wendy Lesser's unexpected experiences in Berlin, her reflections on philosopher David Hume, and her complex friendship with writer Leonard Michaels. Each occasion reveals how perceptions can shift when scrutinized, ultimately leading to a deeper understanding of relationships and ideas. Through this journey, Lesser illustrates the transformative power of questioning and the nuances of human connection.
- 2005
Exploring the personal relationship between language and identity, this collection features essays from fifteen distinguished writers reflecting on their linguistic journeys. Each author shares unique experiences, from Amy Tan's insights on Chinese language to Leonard Michaels' Yiddish roots and Luc Sante's love for French literature. The essays delve into the complexities of learning new languages and the emotional ties to their native tongues, revealing the pride, pain, and joy that come with navigating multiple languages throughout their lives.
- 1997
Stephen Daldry's reputation as a brilliant showman whose bold vision has revitalized the Royal Court Theatre is tempered by his detractors' assertion that he takes third-rate plays and fashions them into a triumph of style over content. In this study Lesser looks at the man and his work.
