Eula Biss

Celebrated writer Eula Biss pens a collection of personal essays on capitalism, class and consumerism. A timely and arresting new look at affluence by a consistently surprising writer. My adult life can be divided into two distinct parts, Eula Biss writes, the time before I owned a washing machine and the time after. Having just purchased her first home, she...

When Eula Biss became a mother, she stepped into a new world of fear—fear of the government, the medical establishment, the contents of her child's air, food, mattress—and vaccines. In this bold, fascinating book, Biss investigates the metaphors and myths surrounding our conception of immunity, and its implications for the individual and the social body. Weaving her personal experiences with...

On Immunity: An Inoculation by Eula Biss delves into the intricate and often misunderstood world of immunity, offering a thought-provoking exploration that blends personal narrative with a rich tapestry of historical and cultural analysis. The book thoughtfully addresses the pervasive feeling of fear that surrounds us—fear of governmental control, the medical establishment, and the myriad potential dangers lurking in everyday...