
FAQ About Joan Didion

What is 'The Year of Magical Thinking' about?
"The Year of Magical Thinking" is a memoir by Joan Didion in which she recounts the year following the sudden death of her husband, writer John Gregory Dunne. The book explores themes of grief, memory, and the coping mechanisms humans use in the face of unexpected tragedy. It is celebrated for its emotional depth and candid exploration of loss.