Allegra Goodman on ISOLA

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Isola by Allegra Goodman is a story of courage and isolation and a sweeping tale of companionship against all odds. Goodman joins us to talk about the real historical events that inspired the novel, her meticulous research process, her unique experience writing this book and more with cohost Jenna Seery. We end this episode with TBR Top Off book recommendations from Jamie and Donald. This episode of Poured Over was hosted by Jenna Seery and mixed by Harry Liang.                     New episodes land Tuesdays and Thursdays (with occasional Saturdays) here and on your favorite podcast app. Featured Books (Episode): Isola by Allegra Goodman Sam by Allegra Goodman Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe Wolf Hall by Hilary Mantel Gulliver's Travels by Jonathan Swift Kidnapped by Robert Louis Stevenson Featured Books (TBR Top Off): Burial Rite by Hannah Kent Whale Fall by Elizabeth O'Connor

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