Episode 64: Essay No. 13, 14, and 15 from "This is the story of a Happy Marriage by Ann Patchett"

In this episode, we continue to read the book "This is a story of a Happy Marriage" by Ann Patchett which is collection of her essays.

We read and discuss three essays in this episode - Essay 13 - The Love Between the Two Women Is Not Normal, Essay 14 - The Right to Read and Essay 12 - Do Not Disturb.

In ‘The Love Between the Two Women Is Not Normal,’ Patchett challenges social judgment and prejudice by reflecting on how love—authentic, human, and transformative—often gets labeled and misunderstood. It’s a piece about the courage to stand by what’s true even when society resists.

Then, in ‘The Right to Read,’ she explores the freedom of access to books, the importance of intellectual independence, and why reading is more than just personal enjoyment—it’s a right that shapes democracy and critical thought.

Finally, in ‘Do Not Disturb,’ Patchett gives us a quieter but deeply relatable meditation on solitude, boundaries, and the small yet vital ways we protect our personal space in a noisy, demanding world.

Together, these essays weave a conversation about love, freedom, and the need to guard both our relationships and our inner lives. So, stay with us as we unpack Ann Patchett’s insights—reflecting not just on her words, but on what they mean for us today.