“I needed people to deliver my feelings back to me in a form that was legible. Which is a superlative kind of empathy to seek, or to supply: an empathy that rearticulates more clearly what it's shown.”
Quote by Leslie Jamison
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The Empathy Exams: Essays
This book is a compilation of reflective pieces that delve into the complexities of empathy, examining its role in relationships, the arts, and societal interactions. The essays offer insights into the nature of empathy and its impact on human experience. more
Author
Leslie Jamison
Leslie Jamison is an American novelist born in 1983. Her works are known for their deep self-reflection and delicate portrayal of human emotions. Jamison's writing often explores themes of personal identity, memory, and truth. more
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