EPISODE · Sep 12, 2023 · 17 MIN
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from Lost Ladies of Lit · host Amy Helmes & Kim Askew
Send us Fan MailFrom Dark Academia trends inspired by Donna Tartt's “The Secret History” to other campus novels like Kingsley Amis' “Lucky Jim” and Philip Roth's “The Human Stain,” we delve into the quirks, challenges, and intrigues of university professor characters and campus settings for this week’s mini. We also touch on classics like Dorothy L. Sayers’ “Gaudy Night” and Mary McCarthy's “The Groves of Academe,” among others. Discussed: Donna Tartt: “The Secret History"Podcast Recommendation: "Once Upon a Time at Bennington College"Kingsley Amis: "Lucky Jim"Michael Chabon: "Wonder Boys"John Edward Williams: "Stoner"Dorothy Sayers: "Gaudy Night" (part of the Lord Peter Wimsey detective novels)Mary McCarthy: Book Mentioned: "The Groves of Academe"David Lodge: Campus Trilogy: "Changing Places,” "Small World", and "Work"“American Vandal”Support the showFor episodes and show notes, visit: LostLadiesofLit.comSubscribe to our substack newsletter.Follow us on instagram @lostladiesoflit. Email us: Contact — Lost Ladies of Lit Podcast
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Send us Fan Mail From Dark Academia trends inspired by Donna Tartt's “The Secret History” to other campus novels like Kingsley Amis' “Lucky Jim” and Philip Roth's “The Human Stain,” we delve into the quirks, challenges, and intrigues of university professor characters and campus settings for this week’s mini. We also touch on classics like Dorothy L. Sayers’ “Gaudy Night” and Mary McCarthy's “The Groves of Academe,” among others. Discussed: Donna Tartt: “The Secret History" Podcas...
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