A review by hellorainy
Figuring by Maria Popova

emotional hopeful inspiring reflective relaxing slow-paced

5.0

Figuring is a masterpiece. If you are a fan of Popova’s blog you will love her book, too. Like all her writing, it is beautiful, insightful, and at times deeply moving. Audiobook listeners will not be disappointed either. The narrator has a delightful, melodious voice and her reading is on point. Popova’s writing is nourishment for the despairing heart, mind and spirit. Her portraits of people are so nuanced, gentle, and generous even in the examination of messy interpersonal drama. If only I had been given her works to read as a young person, maybe I would have learned to appreciate poetry earlier. Bonus, lots to interest queer readers!