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The Best American Essays 2022

Series: Best American
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The Best American Essays 2022, edited by Robert Atwan and Alexander Chee, is a curated collection showcasing a diverse array of thought-provoking essays from various writers. This edition features compelling explorations of personal experiences, cultural reflections, and incisive commentary on contemporary issues. It serves as an insightful examination of the human condition, offering readers a chance to engage with some of the most dynamic voices in American literature today.
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You might enjoy this collection if you appreciate insightful and thought-provoking essays curated from diverse voices across America. Each piece offers a unique perspective on contemporary issues, personal narratives, and cultural reflections, making it a compelling read for those who love to explore the art of the essay form.

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The Best American Essays 2022

A collection of the year’s best essays, selected by award-winning writer Alexander Chee.

Alexander Chee, an essayist of “virtuosity and power” (Washington Post), selects twenty essays out of thousands that represent the best examples of the form published the previous year.


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A collection of the year’s best essays, selected by award-winning writer Alexander Chee.

Alexander Chee, an essayist of “virtuosity and power” (Washington Post), selects twenty essays out of thousands that represent the best examples of the form published the previous year.

The Best American Essays 2022 showcases a diverse range of voices and perspectives, offering readers a thought-provoking journey through some of the most outstanding writing presented over the past year.

Series: Best American

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The Best American Essays 2022 is praised for its thoughtful and evocative collection, combining literary and journalistic elements effectively. The curated essays challenge readers to reflect on personal and political beliefs, capturing life in its complexities. This instalment is noted for its mix of probing, disconcerting, and self-reflective pieces, making it well-suited to the current era's challenging times.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780358658870

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 December 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Mariner Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 265g

Pages: 336

About the Author

ROBERT ATWAN has been the series editor of The Best American Essays since its inception in 1986. He has edited numerous literary anthologies and written essays and reviews for periodicals nationwide.

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