What another great and insightful article! I look forward to reading the book.
I had to chuckle at “Havisham in her wedding gown.” Many in Britain may catch this, but I would wager that here in the US 90% of college educate folks (33% of the population) wouldn’t have a clue. I got it because I am close to your father’s age and I had to pass Mrs. Sutton’ senior English class in high school. She thought we were up to it. I thank God for her.
We had to read Great Expectations in my school in the States, so perhaps more will get the allusion than you think! But I also wouldn't be surprised if I am showing my age!
Thanks, Amber. It's melancholic but I hope not depressing. I need to read Kingsnorth's new book. Much of his writing resonates with me...though perhaps in more of an apocalyptic register than I write.
What another great and insightful article! I look forward to reading the book.
I had to chuckle at “Havisham in her wedding gown.” Many in Britain may catch this, but I would wager that here in the US 90% of college educate folks (33% of the population) wouldn’t have a clue. I got it because I am close to your father’s age and I had to pass Mrs. Sutton’ senior English class in high school. She thought we were up to it. I thank God for her.
We had to read Great Expectations in my school in the States, so perhaps more will get the allusion than you think! But I also wouldn't be surprised if I am showing my age!
This sounds fascinating and hopeful. A great follow up to the insightful but depressing Against the Machine by Paul Kingsnorth.
Thanks, Amber. It's melancholic but I hope not depressing. I need to read Kingsnorth's new book. Much of his writing resonates with me...though perhaps in more of an apocalyptic register than I write.