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3 conseils lecture de Lucile Commeaux pour l'été

Jul 8, 2026 · 2m

Summary

Lucille Comeau presents three American novels by women exploring scandal and crisis. She discusses Miranda July’s surreal "The Four Postures," Emma Cline’s "The Guest," and Edith Wharton’s "Summer." Each story features a female protagonist navigating complex relationships, societal expectations, and personal disillusionment during pivotal moments of escape or confinement.

Topics discussed

Introduction: Three books of scandal and crisis by American women Miranda July's 'The Four Postures': A strange, burlesque road trip Emma Cline's 'The Guest': A young woman cast out in Long Island Edith Wharton's 'Summer': A classic tale of illusion and disillusion Conclusion: Wishing listeners a good summer of reading
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