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Episode 4: Southern Picks and the Author's Metaphysic

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Mike and Jess discuss the books they read in February, and they find that their authors, and books, share some interesting things in common. Plus...Flannery O'Connor's thoughts on the author's view of reality spark an interesting discussion of the importance of a distinct metaphysic in the novel. __________________________________ Books mentioned in this episode: Mystery and Manners by Flannery O'Connor The Second Coming by Walker Percy Lost in the Cosmos by Walker Percy The Women on the Porch by Caroline Gordon

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