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In "How to Be Alone," Jonathan Franzen gathers a series of essays that span a broad range of subjects, from personal musings to cultural observations. The collection features the acclaimed Harper’s essay and other pieces that have been refined from their original printings. Franzen’s sharp prose and reflective insight provide readers with a compelling look at contemporary life, individuality, and the art of living alone.
First publish date: 2002
Genre: Literary Fiction/Contemporary Literary Fiction
Authors: Jonathan Franzen
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