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Mentioned in 19 episodes

True grit

Book • 1968

Set in the Old West of 1870s Arkansas and the Indian Territory, 'True Grit' tells the story of Mattie Ross, a determined and independent 14-year-old girl who seeks to avenge her father's murder.

With the help of Marshal Reuben J. 'Rooster' Cogburn and a Texas Ranger named LaBoeuf, Mattie embarks on a perilous journey to capture the killer, Tom Chaney.

The novel explores themes of justice, vengeance, sacrifice, perseverance, and redemption, and is known for its vivid characters and its blend of humor, adventure, and historical context.

Mentioned by

Karina Longworth

Mentioned in 19 episodes

Mentioned by

Ethan Hawke

as a reference point when thinking about getting older and continuing to work as an actor.

Ethan Hawke On The Role That Pushed Him To His Limit

Mentioned by

Chris Do

in the context of books about perseverance.

230 - Knowing when to quit (Part 1)

Recommended by

Rebecca Onion

as a good, funny, and amazing book that only takes a couple hours to read.

Sydney Sweeney’s Box Office Triumph Edition

Mentioned at the beginning of a song performed by Ben, which makes a reference to Greek American actors in the movie.

The Ballad of Buster Scruggs with Paul Scheer & Jason Mantzoukas

Mentioned by

Sasha Pfeiffer

as a classic book to be discussed on the Books We've Loved segment.

Why this episode wouldn't work in print

Mentioned by

Karina Longworth

when discussing Charles Portis's work.

Henry Hathaway (The Old Man is Still Alive, Part 11)

Mentioned as part of NPR's "Books We've Loved" series, specifically discussed by Michelle Martin from Morning Edition.

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Mentioned by

Ben Schatz

as the central book of the episode and the work that changed his life, discussed for its characters and themes of justice.

The NYC Public Defender Who Sends Books to Prisoners

Recommended by

Austin Kleon

as a book he always enjoys reading.

Austin Kleon On Maintaining Healthy Habits, Growing As Parents, And Interrogating The Stoic Virtues

Mentioned as the focus of the episode and the Coen brothers' attempt to cash their post-Oscar blank check.

True Grit with Stavros Halkias

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