Essayism: On Form, Feeling, and Nonfiction

Exploring themes of melancholy and the art of the essay, this work serves as both a tribute to influential essayists and a personal reflection on the healing power of reading and writing. Brian Dillon employs a varied and engaging style, weaving together insights from literary figures like Montaigne and Woolf. His essays delve into topics such as vulnerability and anxiety, showcasing a rich interplay of language and thought that seeks to rediscover familiar subjects through a fresh, multifaceted lens.