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In the revised edition of this classic collection, thirty writers share their own stories of loving and leaving New York, capturing the mesmerizing allure the city has always had for writers, poets, and wandering spirits. Their essays often begin as love stories do, with the passion of something newly discovered: the crush of subway crowds, the streets filled with manic energy, and the sudden, unblinking certainty that this is the only place on Earth where one can become exactly who she is meant to be.
They also share the grief that comes like a gut-punch, when the grand metropolis loses its magic and the pressures of New York's frenetic life wear thin for even the most dedicated dwellers. As friends move away, rents soar, and love—still—remains just out of reach, each writer's goodbye is singular and universal, just like New York itself.
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Are you ready to embark on a literary journey through the captivating streets of New York? Look no further than "Goodbye to All That (Revised Edition): Writers on Loving and Leaving New York." In this revised anthology, thirty brilliant writers, including Roxane Gay and Leslie Jamison, dive deep into the timeless stories of the Big Apple.
Experience the intoxicating allure of the city that has always been a muse to writers, poets, and wandering spirits. These essays will transport you to the crush of subway crowds, the streets pulsating with energy, and the undeniable realization that New York is the only place where one can truly become who they were meant to be.
But life in the city that never sleeps isn't always a fairytale. As you read, you'll relate to the universal experiences of grief and longing that come when the magic of New York starts to fade. The pressures of the frenetic pace, rising rents, and the elusive nature of love taking its toll on even the most devoted New Yorkers. Each writer's personal goodbye will tug at your heartstrings and remind you of the unique challenges and beauty that New York offers.
Don't miss out on this revised edition of a classic collection. Immerse yourself in the myriad of emotions, the bittersweet nostalgia, and the raw truth that only New York can evoke. Click here to add "Goodbye to All That (Revised Edition): Writers on Loving and Leaving New York" to your literary collection and embark on a journey like no other.
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