Salinger’s ‘Bananafish’
JD Salinger’s “A Perfect Day for Bananafish” often appears on lists of must-read short stories, but no one ever explains exactly why that is. To be honest, we can’t really explain it either. This story...
View Article“Brief Interviews with Hideous Men” by David Foster Wallace
David Foster Wallace has recently been catapulted into the conversation about authorship and media presences because of the release of the movie “End of the Tour.” Jason Segal plays David Foster...
View Article‘Missoula’ by Jon Krakauer
Jon Krakauer’s adventurous, morally driven, and action-packed non-fiction has captivated many Colorado College students since “Into the Wild” first inspired them in high school. Some students go so far...
View Article“The Dinner” by Herman Koch
Some critics argue that novels cannot be successful unless the characters are likeable. We often wonder if that’s true and whether or not a reader can discover the awful truth behind a character’s...
View Article“The Interestings” by Meg Wolitzer
“The Interestings” by Meg Wolitzer was recommended to me by a professor as a great example of writing about friendships and group dynamics. The book is about five friends who meet at a performing arts...
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“Cutting for Stone” by Abraham Verghese
Abraham Verghese’s “Cutting for Stone” is an emotional glimpse into racially-charged Ethiopia, following the life of Marion Stone and his twin brother, Shiva. Their Indian mother dies at birth, and...
View Article“On Beauty”
Since sophomore year, I have maintained that my biggest regret in college is not seeing Zadie Smith speak. Reading “On Beauty,” Smith’s 2005 novel, has only made this regret sharper. The novel explores...
View ArticleFates and Furies
“Fates and Furies” was given to me on this past block break, and I have not been able to put it down since. It is the type of book that makes me appreciate recommendations from friends who know exactly...
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“Room” By Emma Donoghue
“Room” by Emma Donoghue Emma Donoghue’s novel “Room” has gained popularity this past year after the release of the film adaptation in November. The novel is chilling, haunting, and will draw you in and...
View Article“Into The Wild” by John Krakauer
Spurred by Jon Krakauer’s visit this past Wednesday, we revisited his first book, “Into the Wild.” The novel could almost be considered clichéd in its extreme popularity on the Colorado College campus....
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