On our 16th episode, we fall at the feet of W.G. Sebald, a German writer and academic whose work "The Rings of Saturn" blew us away with its haunting voice, genre-exploding form, and dizzying presentation of history, memory and memoir. We discuss the careful layering of connections and inter-textual references Sebald wove into "The Rings of Saturn," as well as his take on historical discourse and the role memory plays on individuals as well as collective consciousness. From the book's title to beetles, connections are discovered and marveled at, and we believe you will be as excited as we are about this writer and his unique vision. Don't forget to check out our website, www.thecasualacademic.com, where you'll find all of our episodes for your listening pleasure, as well as our new featured article on Thomas Mann's "Death in Venice." If you'd like to join the discussion on W.G. Sebald, Thomas Mann, or any writer or book for that matter, you can find us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, as well as send us an email at [email protected]!