Chris Via
Creator of the Leaf by Leaf literary project and YouTube channel, known for long-form video explorations of major works (e.g., War and Peace, The Dying Grass) and deep engagement with translations and big books.
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May 1, 2025 • 2h 1min
Episode 105: Wrists Be Damned: or, How We Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Big Books
Chris Via, creator of Leaf by Leaf known for long-form video guides to big books, joins to talk about what makes a book feel enormous. They discuss strategies for tackling doorstoppers, the thrill of rare book hunts, and why some lengthy works demand living in them. Expect talk of translations, immersive reading habits, and the books that stretch readers' attention.
