Naomi Kanakia
Novelist, literary critic, and Substack writer (Woman of Letters), author of the forthcoming book What's So Great About the Great Books? and frequent commentator on classic literature.
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Mar 4, 2026 • 53min
Naomi Kanakia: How Great Are the Great Books?
Naomi Kanakia, novelist, critic, and Substack writer behind Woman of Letters, discusses the online revival of classic-literature conversation. She talks about learning Middle English and Anglo-Saxon, the history and future of the Great Books movement, how rationalist communities engage with classics, debates over defining ‘‘great,‘‘ and reading habits and recommendations.
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Oct 27, 2024 • 51min
Naomi Kanakia: How Great are the Great Books?
Naomi Kanakia, a novelist and critic known for her Substack 'Woman of Letters' and her upcoming book on the Great Books, dives into the evolving landscape of literature. She discusses the homogeneity of modern fiction and critiques many so-called Great Books while emphasizing the importance of classic literature. The conversation also explores the intersection of literature and economics, alongside the impact of commercialization in publishing. Kanakia argues for a richer portrayal of class issues in contemporary stories, pushing for authenticity in today’s narratives.
