Clare Carlisle, a British philosopher, discusses literary works that blur the lines between autobiography and fiction. She emphasizes that such writing often features a first-person perspective with deeply personal reflections. Carlisle highlights the artistic intentions behind these narratives, where writers aim to express life experiences creatively. She reviews works like "Checkout 19" by Claire-Louise Bennett, showcasing how everyday experiences are transformed into profound insights. This melding of genres allows readers to connect with the emotional complexity of the narratives, making them artists at heart.
"This sort of writing is often in the first person. The 'I' is strongly identified with the writer, but the story is neither straightforwardly autobiographical nor fictional."
"They're all attempts to make life into art, so the differences between the genres matter less, precisely because the writers see themselves as artists."
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