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Lurie's essays provide a humorous and candid exploration of her experiences at Radcliffe during WWII, highlighting the challenges faced by women in academia. She reflects on her initial struggles as a writer and the eventual recognition she achieved, fostering connections with notable figures like Robert Silver and Edward Gorey. Through insightful and often amusing commentary, she delves into themes such as literary deconstruction and beloved children's literature, offering readers a rich and entertaining perspective on her life's journey.
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Words and Worlds, Alison Lurie
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- Released
- 2020
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- Title
- Words and Worlds
- Subtitle
- From Autobiography to Zippers
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Alison Lurie
- Publisher
- Delphinium Books
- Released
- 2020
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 225
- ISBN13
- 9781883285883
- Category
- Biographies and Thoughts
- Description
- Lurie's essays provide a humorous and candid exploration of her experiences at Radcliffe during WWII, highlighting the challenges faced by women in academia. She reflects on her initial struggles as a writer and the eventual recognition she achieved, fostering connections with notable figures like Robert Silver and Edward Gorey. Through insightful and often amusing commentary, she delves into themes such as literary deconstruction and beloved children's literature, offering readers a rich and entertaining perspective on her life's journey.