The Year of Magical Thinking

The Year of Magical Thinking

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Written by Joan Didion, 'The Year of Magical Thinking' is a powerful memoir that chronicles her experiences of grief and loss following the sudden death of her husband, John Gregory Dunne, and the critical illness of her daughter. It explores the psychological processes of mourning and the human mind's attempts to make sense of the unimaginable.

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Like Joan Ddian has this famous essay about journaling and she says, you know, why did I record a thought that I had at a train station in Pennsylvania?

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Joan Didion
The Year of Magical Thinking
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"Joan Didion is mentioned as an author known for her essay on journaling. 'The Year of Magical Thinking' is one of her most acclaimed and relevant works, particularly in the context of personal reflection and understanding oneself through writing."

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