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May 8, 2012 · Reason #1: The Fascination and Relief of Story Reading. A good memoir offers the same release as any engaging story, allowing me to lose myself in the author’s world… a fine turn of phrase… a fascinating dramatic incident… a character I care about, travelling along an interesting path. All these factors contribute to my satisfaction.
Feb 21, 2018 · Memoirs, on the other hand, articulate the lives of normal civilians. They focus on particular themes or periods of a person’s life, telling a story through an almost fictitious narrative...
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Jan 12, 2022 · Author and coach Marion Roach Smith describes a memoir as being: about what you learned after what you went through. That does give the reader a sense of satisfaction. So, share some of the memoirs you’ve read.
Jul 1, 2019 · Memoirs are fascinating because you can sometimes pick up on nuances and traits about the writer that they may or may not have realized they have woven into their story. One example is Abby Johnson’s Unplanned .
Dec 6, 2023 · Memoirs and autobiographies can shape public perception and memory of historical events and figures. Personal narratives can challenge or reinforce existing narratives,...
Mar 19, 2018 · Memoirs have the potential to teach you about lifestyles, places, and experiences that are completely different from your own. They allow you to enter another person’s world, which will help you to better understand and empathize with those around you. Examples: The Glass Castle by Jeanette Wells, Orange is the New Black by Piper Kerman.
Aug 9, 2019 · We read memoirs to understand, and write them to be understood.
