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Analyze Didion’s views on storytelling and place them in the context of social media, where—as actress, writer, and Didion fan Tavi Gevinson writes—“Stories are the most ubiquitous product” (“Editor’s Letter.” Rookie, 1 Jan. 2018).
Consider Didion thoughts on feminism in light of the contemporary discourse around women and feminism. What makes Didion’s essay “The Women’s Movement” controversial? Conversely, what might this essay reveal about feminism and social movements?
Choose one essay of particular interest and read it closely. Discuss its themes and literary devices, and explain how it captures Didion’s unique voice.
By Joan Didion
A Book of Common Prayer
A Book of Common Prayer
Joan Didion
Blue Nights
Blue Nights
Joan Didion
Play It As It Lays
Play It As It Lays
Joan Didion
Slouching Towards Bethlehem
Slouching Towards Bethlehem
Joan Didion
The Year of Magical Thinking
The Year of Magical Thinking
Joan Didion
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