Amor Towles is publishing a short story collection (with a novella included) called Table for Two, and we waited with bated breath as it arrived in our mailboxes. Can he bring the same artistry in short form that he does to his novels? Is he equally talented in novella, short story and novel? Short answers are yes, yes and yes. This rich collection of stories are varied, thought provoking, funny and beautiful. Join us to find out how and why he does what he does.

Book mentioned in this week's episode.

• Table for Two by Amor Towles
• A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles
• The Lincoln Highway by Amor Towles
• Rules of Civility by Amor Towles
• Remembrance of Things Past by Marcel Proust

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