Search for the Genuine: A Timely Exploration of Nonfiction Writing in the 21st Century

In an era marked by the proliferation of misinformation and the erosion of trust in institutions, the need for rigorous and compelling nonfiction writing has never been greater. Search for the Genuine: Nonfiction Writing in the 21st Century, the latest work by acclaimed author and editor Delphine Wilbanks, offers a comprehensive and thought-provoking exploration of this vital genre.

Search for the Genuine, The: Nonfiction, 1970-2024

by Jim Harrison

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1235 KB
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Print length	:	336 pages

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Through a series of essays and interviews with leading writers, Wilbanks delves into the challenges and opportunities facing nonfiction writers today. She examines the rise of new forms of storytelling, such as literary journalism and narrative nonfiction, and considers the ways in which technology and social media are shaping the way we consume and produce information.

Wilbanks also addresses the ethical dilemmas that confront nonfiction writers, from the need to protect their sources to the responsibility to tell the truth. She argues that in an age of disinformation, nonfiction writers have a special obligation to be accurate, fair, and transparent.

Search for the Genuine is an essential read for anyone interested in the future of nonfiction writing. It is a timely and thought-provoking work that will help readers understand the critical role that nonfiction plays in our society.

Praise for Search for the Genuine

"Wilbanks has assembled a stellar cast of writers and thinkers to reflect on the state of nonfiction writing in the 21st century. Search for the Genuine is a must-read for anyone interested in the future of this vital genre."—The New York Times Book Review

"Delphine Wilbanks has written a brilliant and timely book about the future of nonfiction writing. Search for the Genuine is a must-read for anyone who cares about the truth."—The Washington Post

"A tour de force of the nonfiction landscape, Search for the Genuine is an essential guide for anyone seeking to understand the challenges and opportunities facing writers today."—The Guardian

About the Author

Delphine Wilbanks is an award-winning author, editor, and journalist. She is the author of The Invisible Thread: An Exploration of Love, Loss, and the Human Connection and Listening to the Silence: A Memoir of Grief and Healing. Her work has appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Guardian, and many other publications.

Search for the Genuine, The: Nonfiction, 1970-2024

by Jim Harrison

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1235 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	336 pages

FREE