Kevin Barry’s “Finistère,” featured in the April 15, 2024 edition of The New Yorker, follows the aftermath of fifty-five year old Cian John Wynn’s latest romantic breakup as he embarks on a self-imposed exile from Ireland, to start a new yet-to-be determined life in France. On the fifteen-hour ferry ride during which the narrative unfolds–and…
Month: April 2024
In Discussion: “Finistère”
“Finistère” by Kevin Barry, appears in the April 15, 2024 issue of The New Yorker. Here we present excerpts from Colin and Jennifer’s discussion about the story, edited for length and clarity. Also, check out our essay, ‘”Finistère”: A Tale of Outsiders, Authenticity, and the Modern Superfluous Man’.
Essay: “Bozo”
“Bozo,” by Souvankham Thammavongsa, is featured in this week’s issue (April 8, 2024) of The New Yorker. Once again we have another exceptional story that a short essay cannot possibly do justice to; so be sure to check our our discussion on some of its finer points, here. “Bozo,” told from the perspective of unnamed,…
In Discussion: “Bozo”
“Bozo”, by Souvankham Thammavongsa, appears in the April 8, 2024 issue of The New Yorker. Here we present excerpts from Colin and Jennifer’s discussion about the story, edited for length and clarity. Also, check out our short essay, about how “Bozo” is immanently identifiable, in The Essays.