What Hannah Gadsby’s “Douglas” Teaches Us About the Art of the Essay
In “Douglas,” comedian Hannah Gadsby uses an essayistic technique as social commentary, opening the door to stand-up that feels both personal and grounding.
Author: Therin Alrik
Therin Alrik is currently an MFA candidate in Creative Writing at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas where he teaches composition and works as an editorial assistant for The Believer. His work has appeared in Gen and the Southern Quill, among others.
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