New to You: Ann Patchett on William Maxwell

The featured backlist pick this time is So Long, See You Tomorrow by William Maxwell! Watch to hear Ann talk about her unique connection with this book.
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[@josephlandes1414]

Super great book!

[@ELL289]

His book Ancestors is a nonfiction account of his family history. It too deals with his mother’s death, and the way the world tilted for every member of the family. It also gives us a history of pioneers, and Lincoln, Illinois where he grew up. It’s a beautiful book.

[@FatherRayCharles]

My favourite book. Can I recommend The Folded Leaf by Maxwell, also