First published 1989
Annie Dillard peels back the curtain on her writing life, inviting readers into her creative process. From the solitude of her study to the inspiration she finds in nature, Dillard's vivid anecdotes and musings reveal the joys, struggles, and idiosyncrasies of the writing life. With her signature lyrical prose, she explores the discipline, serendipity, and emotional journey that underpin her acclaimed body of work.
Genres: art, 20th-century, writing, non-fiction, biography-memoir, academic
Vibes: emotional, intimate, lyrical, thought-provoking
Tropes: personal-journey, reflective
Period: 20th Century
111 pages · Hardcover · HarperCollins