Questions About Three by Annie Dillard: Pilgrim at Tinker Creek, An American Childhood, The Writing Life

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I've yet to read any books by Annie Dillard. Which book should I begin with?

David I've only read Pilgrim at Tinker Creek and An American Childhood. Between those, I chose Pilgrim, because it was her breakout hit and won a Pulitzer. …moreI've only read Pilgrim at Tinker Creek and An American Childhood. Between those, I chose Pilgrim, because it was her breakout hit and won a Pulitzer.

With that said, both stand on their own well. If a memoir about childhood is more appealing to you than a rumination largely about nature and science, starting with An American Childhood isn't a bad choice either.(less)

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