Discussion Guide: “Moth” and “Frog”
For July’s “Book” Club, I decided to experiment with making a discussion guide to help us explore some of the larger and more interesting themes in Virginia Woolf’s 1941 essay “The Death of the Moth” and Anne Fadiman’s “Frog,” which appeared in the March 2023 issue of Harper’s.
Why I Print Out the Articles We Read for “Book” Club
I’m a tangible reader who can only comprehend physical books and articles.
I Wrote About “Book” Club for ‘Oh Reader’
Starting a discussion group for online articles might not help you read everything you’ve been meaning to, but it could be a powerful tool for fighting the spread of disinformation.
Seeking Advice from Strangers: All Humans Are Basic Bitches
A reflection on Heather Havrilesky’s ‘Ask Polly’ response that establishes 7 rules for living like an artist.
Lilian Bland: The Original Side Hustler
A reflection on Katherine LaGrave’s 'The “Flying Feminist” Who Was the First Woman to Design, Build, and Fly Her Own Plane’ written for Afar.
The First “Book” Club Meeting: A Reflection
Reflections from the first meeting of the Online Article “Book” Club: A discussion about reality, family, and love.
Is There a Connection Between Julia Child's Politics and Her Kitchen?
While you’d never guess how progressive Julia Child’s politics were from the woman you saw on TV, I believe that traces of her political persona can be found in the way she arranged her kitchen.