In this episode, Joe, Scott, Wes, and Kevin discuss Paul Auster's 1985-86 postmodern trilogy The New York Trilogy. We focus on the Auster's life and personal views, influences and literary allusions, what connects the three short novels, the Auster film Smoke, Auster's exploration of identity and more.

In this episode, Joe, Scott, Wes, and Kevin discuss Paul Auster's 1985-86 postmodern trilogy The New York Trilogy. We focus on the Auster's life and personal views, influences and literary allusions, what connects the three short novels, the Auster film Smoke, Auster's exploration of identity and more.

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In a book club spanning over a decade, Joe, Kevin, Wes, and Scott actually discuss the books- and now, it's a podcast! With a focus on serious fiction, the four explore context, interpretation, and criticism while enjoying a few drinks and lively banter. 

There will be spoilers- so, if you haven’t read the novel, and would prefer not to hear plot points, pause this now, go read the book, and then press play.

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In a book club spanning over a decade, Joe, Kevin, Wes, and Scott actually discuss the books- and now, it's a podcast! With a focus on serious fiction, the four explore context, interpretation, and criticism while enjoying a few drinks and lively banter. There will be spoilers- so, if you haven’t read the novel, and would prefer not to hear plot points, pause this now, go read the book, and then press play.

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